Topologioptimering af betonkonstruktioner: Topologioptimering i arkitektonisk design

Description

Aarhus School of Architecture has been conducting a series of design experiments with topology optimization on pre-cast concrete structures. The aesthetic and structural potential for topology optimization within architectural design has been explored, showing significant potential for design innovation. Topology optimization can be utilized not only to reduce use of building material and increase constructional member stiffness, but also to add sculptural value to concrete elements. The aim of the research has been to investigate the potential of topology optimization as a design tool used not only to increase structural efficiency but also to inspire new formal morphologies. As aesthetic values cannot reasonably be validated through numerical evaluation, only structural criteria can be directly utilized as an objective for an algorithmic optimisation process. But as the optimisation process itself is a linear result of the optimisation algorithm, aesthetic reflections can be indirectly imbedded within the calculation by evaluating the initial optimisation output, and then applying adjustments to the model. The presented research show methods to imbed aesthetic intentions within the optimisation setup, thereby improving the visual appearance of the design.
Emneord: topology optimization, architectural design, computational morphogenesis, design research

Period	3 Nov 2009
Event title	European HyperTechnology Conference 2009
Event type	Conference
Organiser	Altair Corporation
Location	Ludwigsburg, GermanyShow on map