An Integrated FEA and Design Optimization System for Composite Structures

Abstract

The benefits of a software package which couples with the MSC/NASTRAN(Trademark) FEA program is presented. The software, called HyperSizer(Trademark), performs panel and beam structural sizing optimization with metallic and composite materials. Applications in the aerospace and transportation industries are presented. The aerospace application, an X-34x experimental vehicle, emphasizes capabilities and accuracy required for a high speed flight, thermomechanical environment. The transportation application emphasizes practical and inexpensive capabilities suitable for a cost driven, manufacturing oriented environment.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1996
Accession Number
ADA443229

Entities

People

  • Craig S. Collier

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abstracts
  • Aerospace Craft
  • Composite Materials
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Geometry
  • Information Operations
  • Laminates
  • Materials
  • Structural Components
  • Three Dimensional
  • Translations
  • Two Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Electronics Engineering
  • Reinforced Composite Materials
  • Software Engineering

Technology Areas

  • Space