CSAR/OPTIM2 has been developed to provide NASTRAN users with the capability of automated design via structural optimization using mathematical programming techniques. The procedure used in CSAR/OPTIM2 consists of minimizing an objective function, namely, the weight of the structure, subjected to a set of behavioral constraints (limits on stress, displacement, vibration frequency, or buckling eigenvalue) and side constraints (limits on member sizes) using mathematical programming techniques. Both the Sequence of Unconstrained Minimization Techniques (SUMT and NEWSUMT-type algorithms) and constrained Function Minimization Techniques (Methods of Feasible Direction and CONMIN-type algorithms) are available in the program.
Michele Yin
Contract Administrator
CSAR Corporation
28035 Dorothy Drive
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
USA
818-707-6060
818-707-7722 (fax)
csar@netcom.com
For applications in related solution areas, see the following indices: Analysis, Finite Element Modeling (FEM), Mechanical CAD, Optimization, the developer index for CSAR Corporation and the market segment index for Mechanical CAE.
CSAR/OPTIM2 is a Trademark of CSAR Corporation
