DEVELOPMENT OF SHAPE AND TOPOLOGY OPTIMIZATION TOOLS FOR ARCHITECTURE DESIGN EDUCATIO

Abstract

The topology optimization tools for the frame structures and the 2D. or 3D. continuum structures are developed in order to use for the architecture design education. The ground structure method is adopted for the topology optimization of the frame structures. The homogenization design method is used for the topology optimization of the plate and shell structures, and the density approach is used for the 3D. solid structures. By using such tools for the design education of the architecture, it is possible that the students acquire the mechanical sense naturally.