Structural Optimization Design on the Sunflower Shaped Arch Bridge

Abstract:

Based on the principle of orthogonal test, the optimization model of sunflower shaped arch bridge scheme was set up. The five key design parameters were selected as the main factors. The four computation index, which reflect mechanical performance, were selected as analytical objects. The 16 orthogonal experiment schemes were arranged with four levels orthogonal table . The curves of the factors to the index were obtained from the mechanical response under dead load and live load through the finite element analysis model. By the range analysis method, the influential levels of the factors to the index were obtained from the result of the test , and the factor optimizatuion level of the factors was determined to further optimize the layout scheme of the sunfloawer shaped arch bridge.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 427-429)
• Pages: 90-93
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.427-429.90
• Online since: September 2013
• Authors: Wen Qing Wang*
• Keywords: Bridge Engineering, Orthogonal Test, Structural Optimization, Sunflower Shaped Arch Bridge

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