Structural Optimization of Composite Wing Based on Different Blending Models Using Genetic Algorithm

Abstract:

In previous studies guide-based blending including inner and outer blending has been found to be an efficient way to deal with large composite optimization problem considering structural integrity. A new blending model named generalized blending based on genetic algorithm for composite optimization is presented. First, On the basis of region division, a length-control indicator is introduced to decide the covered regions of each ply for the generalized blending model. Also, the master-slave parallel genetic algorithm (GA) is adopted to decrease optimization time. Finally, the three blending models are used for a large composite wing optimization. The result shows that the three optimal designs are manufacturable and the generalized blending model has more design freedom in blending designs.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 401-403)
• Pages: 886-890
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.401-403.886
• Online since: September 2013
• Authors: Xiao Ping Zhong, Peng Jin
• Keywords: Blending, Composite Structure, Optimal Design, Parallel Genetic Algorithm (PGA)

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