Topology optimization of structures under dynamic loading

Altair Forum User

Hello dear users and support!

First of all I'm new to Optistruct. My question is: is it possible to perform a topology optimization of a part with inertia forces taken into account? For example, a connecting rod of an engine: reaction forces of piston pin and crankshaft pin depend on inertia forces, and, therefore, mass and moment of inertia, which are changing during optimization. I've read about ESLM, but found nothing about possibility of topology optimization.

Regards,

Nikolay

Altair Forum User

Nikolay,

The topology in MBD (with ELSM method) will be available in 0Sv11. At the moment, we can use shape, topography and size optimizations.

Regards,

Christophe