Robust topology optimization of structures with imperfect geometry based on geometric nonlinear analysis KU Leuven
© 2014 Elsevier B.V. Topology optimization often leads to structures consisting of slender elements which are particularly sensitive to geometric imperfections. Such imperfections might affect the structural stability and induce large displacement effects in these slender structures. This paper therefore presents a robust approach to topology optimization which accounts for geometric imperfections and their potentially detrimental influence on ...