Some insights on the optimal schemes of tall guyed masts

The article presents the technique for simultaneous topology, shape and sizing optimisation of tall guyed masts under wind loadings and self-weight using simulated annealing. The objective function is the mass of the mast structure including guys, while the set of design parameters may consist of u...

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Main Authors: Rimantas Belevičius, Donatas Jatulis, Dmitrij Šešok
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Vilnius Gediminas Technical University 2013-10-01
Series:Journal of Civil Engineering and Management
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Online Access:http://journals.vgtu.lt/index.php/JCEM/article/view/3911