Optimal structure design of vehicle components using topology design and optimization

Abstract

In order to meet today's vehicle design requirements and to improve the cost and fuel efficiency, there is an increasing interest to design light-weight and cost-effective vehicle components. In this study, a topology design approach, which aims at defining of an optimum model at design stage, is used to decrease product cost and lead time to markets. An example of a vehicle component design is presented to illustrate the application of the topology optimisation approach for the optimal design of vehicle components.