Multi-Objective Design Optimization of the Reinforced Composite Roof in a Solar Vehicle

A multi-step and -objective design approach was used to optimize the photovoltaic roof in a multi-occupant racing vehicle. It permitted to select the best combination of design features (as shapes, widths, angles) in composite structures simultaneously balancing opposite requirements as static stren...

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Main Authors: Ana Pavlovic, Davide Sintoni, Cristiano Fragassa, Giangiacomo Minak
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-04-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/10/8/2665