Topology optimization of reinforced concrete beams by a spread-over reinforcement model with fixed grid mesh

For this investigation, topology optimization was used as a tool to determine the optimal reinforcement for reinforcedconcrete beam. The topology optimization process was based on a unit finite element cell with layers of concrete and steel.The thickness of the reinforced steel layer of this unit ce...

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Main Authors: Benjapon Wethyavivorn, Siradech Surit
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Prince of Songkla University 2011-02-01
Series:Songklanakarin Journal of Science and Technology (SJST)
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Online Access:http://rdo.psu.ac.th/sjstweb/journal/33-1/0125-3395-33-1-95-100.pdf