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Design Of Functionally Graded Materials Using Transient Nonlinear Simulations And Genetic Algorithm Optimization, Senthil Vel
Design Of Functionally Graded Materials Using Transient Nonlinear Simulations And Genetic Algorithm Optimization, Senthil Vel
University of Maine Office of Research Administration: Grant Reports
The objective of this research is to develop a robust methodology for the design of functionally graded materials (FGMs). FGMs are advanced composite materials that are engineered to have a smooth spatial variation of material properties. This is achieved by gradually varying the relative volume fractions and microstructure of the material constituents during fabrication. FGM components typically exhibit smaller stresses and higher factors of safety than discretely bonded monolithic materials. The aim of this research project is to create a unified framework for the simultaneous optimization of structural shape, compositional profile and microstructure of metal/ceramic FGMs that are subjected to …