In this paper,a linear optimization method(LOM)for the design of terahertz circuits is presented,aimed at enhancing the simulation efficacy and reducing the time of the circuit design workflow.This method enables the ...In this paper,a linear optimization method(LOM)for the design of terahertz circuits is presented,aimed at enhancing the simulation efficacy and reducing the time of the circuit design workflow.This method enables the rapid determination of optimal embedding impedance for diodes across a specific bandwidth to achieve maximum efficiency through harmonic balance simulations.By optimizing the linear matching circuit with the optimal embedding impedance,the method effectively segregates the simulation of the linear segments from the nonlinear segments in the frequency multiplier circuit,substantially improving the speed of simulations.The design of on-chip linear matching circuits adopts a modular circuit design strategy,incorporating fixed load resistors to simplify the matching challenge.Utilizing this approach,a 340 GHz frequency doubler was developed and measured.The results demonstrate that,across a bandwidth of 330 GHz to 342 GHz,the efficiency of the doubler remains above 10%,with an input power ranging from 98 mW to 141mW and an output power exceeding 13 mW.Notably,at an input power of 141 mW,a peak output power of 21.8 mW was achieved at 334 GHz,corresponding to an efficiency of 15.8%.展开更多
Local and global optimization methods are widely used in geophysical inversion but each has its own advantages and disadvantages. The combination of the two methods will make it possible to overcome their weaknesses. ...Local and global optimization methods are widely used in geophysical inversion but each has its own advantages and disadvantages. The combination of the two methods will make it possible to overcome their weaknesses. Based on the simulated annealing genetic algorithm (SAGA) and the simplex algorithm, an efficient and robust 2-D nonlinear method for seismic travel-time inversion is presented in this paper. First we do a global search over a large range by SAGA and then do a rapid local search using the simplex method. A multi-scale tomography method is adopted in order to reduce non-uniqueness. The velocity field is divided into different spatial scales and velocities at the grid nodes are taken as unknown parameters. The model is parameterized by a bi-cubic spline function. The finite-difference method is used to solve the forward problem while the hybrid method combining multi-scale SAGA and simplex algorithms is applied to the inverse problem. The algorithm has been applied to a numerical test and a travel-time perturbation test using an anomalous low-velocity body. For a practical example, it is used in the study of upper crustal velocity structure of the A'nyemaqen suture zone at the north-east edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The model test and practical application both prove that the method is effective and robust.展开更多
Deterministic optimization methods are combined with the Pareto front concept to solve multi-criterion design problems. The algorithm and the numerical implementation are applied to aerodynamic designs. Evolutionary a...Deterministic optimization methods are combined with the Pareto front concept to solve multi-criterion design problems. The algorithm and the numerical implementation are applied to aerodynamic designs. Evolutionary algorithms (EAs) and the Pareto front concept are used to solve practical design problems in industry for its robustness in capturing convex, concave, discrete or discontinuous Pareto fronts of multi-objective optimization problems. However, the process is time-consuming. Therefore, deterministic optimization methods are introduced to capture the Pareto front, and the types of the captured Pareto front are explained. Numerical experiments show that the deterministic optimization method is a good alternative to EAs for capturing any convex and some concave Pareto fronts in multi-criterion aerodynamic optimization problems due to its efficiency.展开更多
In this paper, a new derivative free trust region method is developed based on the conic interpolation model for the unconstrained optimization. The conic interpolation model is built by means of the quadratic model f...In this paper, a new derivative free trust region method is developed based on the conic interpolation model for the unconstrained optimization. The conic interpolation model is built by means of the quadratic model function, the collinear scaling formula, quadratic approximation and interpolation. All the parameters in this model are determined by objective function interpolation condition. A new derivative free method is developed based upon this model and the global convergence of this new method is proved without any information on gradient.展开更多
The discontinuous dynamical problem of multi-point contact and collision in multi-body system has always been a hot and difficult issue in this field.Based on the Gauss’principle of least constraint,a unified optimiz...The discontinuous dynamical problem of multi-point contact and collision in multi-body system has always been a hot and difficult issue in this field.Based on the Gauss’principle of least constraint,a unified optimization model for multibody system dynamics with multi-point contact and collision is established.The paper presents the study of the numerical solution scheme,in which particle swarm optimization method is used to deal with the corresponding optimization model.The article also presents the comparison of the Gauss optimization method(GOM)and the hybrid linear complementarity method(i.e.combining differential algebraic equations(DAEs)and linear complementarity problems(LCP)),commonly used to solve the dynamic contact problem of multibody systems with bilateral constraints.The results illustrate that,the GOM has the same advantage of dynamical modelling with LCP and when the redundant constraint exists,the GOM always has a unique solution and so no additional processing is needed,whereas the corresponding DAE-LCP method may have singular cases with multiple solutions or no solutions.Using numerical examples,the GOM is verified to effectively solve the dynamics of multibody systems with redundant unilateral and bilateral constraints without additional redundancy processing.The GOM can also be applied to the optimal control of systems in the future and combined with the parameter optimization of systems to handle dynamic problems.The work given provides the dynamics and control of the complex system with a new train of thought and method.展开更多
Previous studies about optimizing earthquake structural energy dissipation systems indicated that most existing techniques employ merely one or a few parameters as design variables in the optimization process,and ther...Previous studies about optimizing earthquake structural energy dissipation systems indicated that most existing techniques employ merely one or a few parameters as design variables in the optimization process,and thereby are only applicable only to simple,single,or multiple degree-of-freedom structures.The current approaches to optimization procedures take a specific damper with its properties and observe the effect of applying time history data to the building;however,there are many different dampers and isolators that can be used.Furthermore,there is a lack of studies regarding the optimum location for various viscous and wall dampers.The main aim of this study is hybridization of the particle swarm optimization(PSO) and gravitational search algorithm(GSA) to optimize the performance of earthquake energy dissipation systems(i.e.,damper devices) simultaneously with optimizing the characteristics of the structure.Four types of structural dampers device are considered in this study:(ⅰ) variable stiffness bracing(VSB) system,(ⅱ) rubber wall damper(RWD),(ⅲ) nonlinear conical spring bracing(NCSB) device,(iv) and multi-action stiffener(MAS) device.Since many parameters may affect the design of seismic resistant structures,this study proposes a hybrid of PSO and GSA to develop a hybrid,multi-objective optimization method to resolve the aforementioned problems.The characteristics of the above-mentioned damper devices as well as the section size for structural beams and columns are considered as variables for development of the PSO-GSA optimization algorithm to minimize structural seismic response in terms of nodal displacement(in three directions) as well as plastic hinge formation in structural members simultaneously with the weight of the structure.After that,the optimization algorithm is implemented to identify the best position of the damper device in the structural frame to have the maximum effect and minimize the seismic structure response.To examine the performance of the proposed PSO-GSA optimization method,it has been applied to a three-story reinforced structure equipped with a seismic damper device.The results revealed that the method successfully optimized the earthquake energy dissipation systems and reduced the effects of earthquakes on structures,which significantly increase the building’s stability and safety during seismic excitation.The analysis results showed a reduction in the seismic response of the structure regarding the formation of plastic hinges in structural members as well as the displacement of each story to approximately 99.63%,60.5%,79.13% and 57.42% for the VSB device,RWD,NCSB device,and MAS device,respectively.This shows that using the PSO-GSA optimization algorithm and optimized damper devices in the structure resulted in no structural damage due to earthquake vibration.展开更多
In this paper,a passive muzzle arc control device(PMACD)of the augmented railguns is studied.By discussing its performance at different numbers of extra rails,a parameter optimization model is proposed.Through the cal...In this paper,a passive muzzle arc control device(PMACD)of the augmented railguns is studied.By discussing its performance at different numbers of extra rails,a parameter optimization model is proposed.Through the calculation model,it is found that the PMACD works well in the simple railgun,which refers to the gun that there is only one pair of rails in the inner bore.The PMACD may decrease the simple railgun’s armature peak current and muzzle arc,but affect its muzzle velocity not much.However,in the augmented railguns it has different characteristics.If the parameters of the PMACD are not selected suitable.It may increase the armature peak current and muzzle arc,but greatly decrease the velocity.The reason for this problem is that the extra rails generate a strong magnetic field in front of the armature,which induces a large current to change the armature current.It is also found that when the resistance and inductance parameters of the PMACD satisfy with the optimization formula,the PMACD can also play a good role in arc suppression in the augmented railguns.Experiments of an augmented railgun with a stainless steel PMACD are carried out to verify this optimization method.Results show that the muzzle arc is obviously controlled.This work may provide a reference for the design of the muzzle arc control device.展开更多
The paper presents a new solution of inverse displacement analysis of the general six degree-of-freedom serial robot.The inverse displacement analysis of the general serial robot is transformed into a minimization pro...The paper presents a new solution of inverse displacement analysis of the general six degree-of-freedom serial robot.The inverse displacement analysis of the general serial robot is transformed into a minimization problem and then the optimization method is adopted to solve the nonlinear least squares problem with the analytic form of new Jacobian matrix.In this way,joint variables of the general serial robot can be searched out quickly under the desired precision when positions of the three non-collinear end effector points are given.Compared with the general Newton iterative method,the proposed algorithm can search out the solution when the robot is at the singular configuration and the initial configuration used in the optimization method may also be the singular configuration.So the convergence domain is bigger than that of the general Newton iterative method.Another advantage of the proposed algorithm is that positions of the three non-collinear end effector points are usually much easier to be measured than the orientation of the end effector.The inverse displacement analysis of the general 6R(six-revolute-joint) serial robot is illustrated as an example and the simulation results verify the efficiency of the proposed algorithm.Because the three non-collinear points can be selected at random,the method can be applied to any other types of serial robots.展开更多
This paper discusses the two-block large-scale nonconvex optimization problem with general linear constraints.Based on the ideas of splitting and sequential quadratic optimization(SQO),a new feasible descent method fo...This paper discusses the two-block large-scale nonconvex optimization problem with general linear constraints.Based on the ideas of splitting and sequential quadratic optimization(SQO),a new feasible descent method for the discussed problem is proposed.First,we consider the problem of quadratic optimal(QO)approximation associated with the current feasible iteration point,and we split the QO into two small-scale QOs which can be solved in parallel.Second,a feasible descent direction for the problem is obtained and a new SQO-type method is proposed,namely,splitting feasible SQO(SF-SQO)method.Moreover,under suitable conditions,we analyse the global convergence,strong convergence and rate of superlinear convergence of the SF-SQO method.Finally,preliminary numerical experiments regarding the economic dispatch of a power system are carried out,and these show that the SF-SQO method is promising.展开更多
A topology optimization method based on the solid isotropic material with penalization interpolation scheme is utilized for designing gradient coils for use in magnetic resonance microscopy.Unlike the popular stream f...A topology optimization method based on the solid isotropic material with penalization interpolation scheme is utilized for designing gradient coils for use in magnetic resonance microscopy.Unlike the popular stream function method,the proposed method has design variables that are the distribution of conductive material.A voltage-driven transverse gradient coil is proposed to be used as micro-scale magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)gradient coils,thus avoiding introducing a coil-winding pattern and simplifying the coil configuration.The proposed method avoids post-processing errors that occur when the continuous current density is approximated by discrete wires in the stream function approach.The feasibility and accuracy of the method are verified through designing the z-gradient and y-gradient coils on a cylindrical surface.Numerical design results show that the proposed method can provide a new coil layout in a compact design space.展开更多
In order to implement the optimal design of the indoor thermal comfort based on the numerical modeling method, the numerical calculation platform is combined seamlessly with the data-processing platform, and an intera...In order to implement the optimal design of the indoor thermal comfort based on the numerical modeling method, the numerical calculation platform is combined seamlessly with the data-processing platform, and an interactive numerical calculation platform which includes the functions of numerical simulation and optimization is established. The artificial neural network (ANN) and the greedy strategy are introduced into the hill-climbing pattern heuristic search process, and the optimizing search direction can be predicted by using small samples; when searching along the direction using the greedy strategy, the optimal values can be quickly approached. Therefore, excessive external calling of the numerical modeling process can be avoided, and the optimization time is decreased obviously. The experimental results indicate that the satisfied output parameters of air conditioning can be quickly given out based on the interactive numerical calculation platform and the improved search method, and the optimization for indoor thermal comfort can be completed.展开更多
During the construction process of the construction project,the construction technology management work can improve the overall quality of the project construction.In the context of increasingly fierce competition in ...During the construction process of the construction project,the construction technology management work can improve the overall quality of the project construction.In the context of increasingly fierce competition in the construction market,construction enterprises should strengthen the management of construction technology,enhance their technical level and market competitiveness,and promote the development of the construction market[1].The paper mainly analyzes the optimization methods of build-Keywords:ing construction technology management.展开更多
With the rapid development of science and technology, the development level of China's chemical and pharmaceutical industry also needs to be continuously improved. At present, China has become one of the largest p...With the rapid development of science and technology, the development level of China's chemical and pharmaceutical industry also needs to be continuously improved. At present, China has become one of the largest pharmaceutical countries in the world and has a relatively high level in pharmaceutical industry. However, there is still a certain gap compared with developed countries. We must keep up with the development of the times and further improve the level and ability of China's pharmaceutical industry. This paper mainly studies the current situation of pharmaceutical technology in China, analyzes the existing problems, and puts forward relevant solutions, hoping to provide some reference ideas for the rapid and stable development of China's pharmaceutical industry.展开更多
With the continuous development of social economy, in the process of building structure design, the design unit should not only consider the practicability and safety of the building, but also improve the aesthetics a...With the continuous development of social economy, in the process of building structure design, the design unit should not only consider the practicability and safety of the building, but also improve the aesthetics and economy of the building. This is why designers must ensure the safety, functionality, aesthetics and cost-effectiveness of the building when designing the building, and also consider the convenience of the building. Therefore, architectural design units must optimize the design. Only in this way can the various functions of architecture be unified and promote the stable development of China's construction industry. On this basis, the application of design optimization method in architectural structure design is analyzed and discussed. The rapid development of social economy has also improved people's quality of life. In this context, there are more stringent requirements for life and environment. In the process of architectural design, designers must actively use the construction method of architectural optimization, so that the comfort of the house can not only be improved, but also fully meet people's living needs. In addition, using the construction method to optimize the building can also significantly reduce the construction cost without affecting the house performance and quality, which can also greatly improve the economic benefits of engineering companies and promote the better development of China's construction industry.展开更多
Based on an Alopex optimization algorithm and a response surface model(RSM),a hybrid sub-region methodology is presented to solve the optimal design problems of permanent magnet(PM)machines.The Alopex optimization met...Based on an Alopex optimization algorithm and a response surface model(RSM),a hybrid sub-region methodology is presented to solve the optimal design problems of permanent magnet(PM)machines.The Alopex optimization method is processed both in subspace and in global solution space.In order to decrease the computing time,a multi quadric radial basis function(MQRBF)is embedded in the optimization.The proposed method speeds up the convergence rate while keeps the accuracy of the solution.A numerical experiment is given to validate the efficiency and effectiveness of the method.展开更多
The present work dealt with the preconcentration of rare earth elements in Saghand ore(Yazd province,Iran)which was achieved by Humphrey spiral using orthogonal optimization method after scrubbing the sample at 45%sol...The present work dealt with the preconcentration of rare earth elements in Saghand ore(Yazd province,Iran)which was achieved by Humphrey spiral using orthogonal optimization method after scrubbing the sample at 45%solid pulp density for 30 min.The pulp was diluted and was fed to a Humphrey spiral for upgrading.The process parameters considered were feed size,feed solids and feed rate,and Taguchi’s L9(34)orthogonal array(OA)was selected for optimization of the process.The results show that the feed rate and feed size were more significant than the other operation parameters of the process.It was also found that under optimal conditions,the concentrate grade of rare earth elements increased from2860 10 6to 6050 10 6and recovery reached to 58%.展开更多
The optimization of metamorphic mechanisms is different from that of the conventional mechanisms for its characteristics of multi-configuration. There exist complex coupled design variables and constraints in its mult...The optimization of metamorphic mechanisms is different from that of the conventional mechanisms for its characteristics of multi-configuration. There exist complex coupled design variables and constraints in its multiple different configuration optimization models. To achieve the compatible optimized results of these coupled design variables, an optimization method for metamorphic mechanisms is developed in the paper based on the principle of multidisciplinary design optimization(MDO). Firstly, the optimization characteristics of the metamorphic mechanism are summarized distinctly by proposing the classification of design variables and constraints as well as coupling interactions among its different configuration optimization models. Further, collaborative optimization technique which is used in MDO is adopted for achieving the overall optimization performance. The whole optimization process is then proposed by constructing a two-level hierarchical scheme with global optimizer and configuration optimizer loops. The method is demonstrated by optimizing a planar five-bar metamorphic mechanism which has two configurations,and results show that it can achieve coordinated optimization results for the same parameters in different configuration optimization models.展开更多
To address the challenges for vibration suppression in the precision sensors of underwater vehicles,phononic crystals have attracted significant attention due to the superior capabilities in elastic wave manipulation ...To address the challenges for vibration suppression in the precision sensors of underwater vehicles,phononic crystals have attracted significant attention due to the superior capabilities in elastic wave manipulation and vibration suppression.Unlike conventional damping materials,the phononic crystals can effectively suppress the wave propagation in the specific frequency ranges due to the unique periodic microstructures.展开更多
In the field of active deorbiting technologies,the electrodynamic tether has garnered attention due to its cost-effectiveness,light weight,and low fuel consumption.In this study,to address the low success rate of the ...In the field of active deorbiting technologies,the electrodynamic tether has garnered attention due to its cost-effectiveness,light weight,and low fuel consumption.In this study,to address the low success rate of the deployment mechanisms used in previous in-orbit experiments,a novel deployment mechanism with a size of 2 U and a weight 2.3 kg based on pusher motors is proposed.In order to achieve a smooth tether deployment without rupture and rebound,an optimization method was proposed for springs,and tether within the deployment mechanism.Finally,simulation and ground ejection experiment were conducted with the objective of deploying a 50-m tether.In the experiment,the top plate was ejected with a kinetic energy of 2.3 J,and the tether was successfully unfolded.The experimental results indicate that the device is capable of deploying a tether of at least 50 m,demonstrating the effectiveness of the optimization method.展开更多
Volcanic terrains exhibit a complex structure of pyroclastic deposits interspersed with sedimentary processes,resulting in irregular lithological sequences that lack lateral continuity and distinct stratigraphic patte...Volcanic terrains exhibit a complex structure of pyroclastic deposits interspersed with sedimentary processes,resulting in irregular lithological sequences that lack lateral continuity and distinct stratigraphic patterns.This complexity poses significant challenges for slope stability analysis,requiring the development of specialized techniques to address these issues.This research presents a numerical methodology that incorporates spatial variability,nonlinear material characterization,and probabilistic analysis using a Monte Carlo framework to address this issue.The heterogeneous structure is represented by randomly assigning different lithotypes across the slope,while maintaining predefined global proportions.This contrasts with the more common approach of applying probabilistic variability to mechanical parameters within a homogeneous slope model.The material behavior is defined using complex nonlinear failure criteria,such as the Hoek-Brown model and a parabolic model with collapse,both implemented through linearization techniques.The Discontinuity Layout Optimization(DLO)method,a novel numerical approach based on limit analysis,is employed to efficiently incorporate these advances and compute the factor of safety of the slope.Within this framework,the Monte Carlo procedure is used to assess slope stability by conducting a large number of simulations,each with a different lithotype distribution.Based on the results,a hybrid method is proposed that combines probabilistic modeling with deterministic design principles for the slope stability assessment.As a case study,the methodology is applied to a 20-m-high vertical slope composed of three lithotypes(altered scoria,welded scoria,and basalt)randomly distributed in proportions of 15%,60%,and 25%,respectively.The results show convergence of mean values after approximately 400 simulations and highlight the significant influence of spatial heterogeneity,with variations of the factor of safety between 5 and 12 in 85%of cases.They also reveal non-circular and mid-slope failure wedges not captured by traditional stability methods.Finally,an equivalent normal probability distribution is proposed as a reliable approximation of the factor of safety for use in risk analysis and engineering decision-making.展开更多
基金Supported by the Beijing Municipal Science&Technology Commission(Z211100004421012),the Key Reaserch and Development Pro⁃gram of China(2022YFF0605902)。
文摘In this paper,a linear optimization method(LOM)for the design of terahertz circuits is presented,aimed at enhancing the simulation efficacy and reducing the time of the circuit design workflow.This method enables the rapid determination of optimal embedding impedance for diodes across a specific bandwidth to achieve maximum efficiency through harmonic balance simulations.By optimizing the linear matching circuit with the optimal embedding impedance,the method effectively segregates the simulation of the linear segments from the nonlinear segments in the frequency multiplier circuit,substantially improving the speed of simulations.The design of on-chip linear matching circuits adopts a modular circuit design strategy,incorporating fixed load resistors to simplify the matching challenge.Utilizing this approach,a 340 GHz frequency doubler was developed and measured.The results demonstrate that,across a bandwidth of 330 GHz to 342 GHz,the efficiency of the doubler remains above 10%,with an input power ranging from 98 mW to 141mW and an output power exceeding 13 mW.Notably,at an input power of 141 mW,a peak output power of 21.8 mW was achieved at 334 GHz,corresponding to an efficiency of 15.8%.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.40334040 and 40974033)the Promoting Foundation for Advanced Persons of Talent of NCWU
文摘Local and global optimization methods are widely used in geophysical inversion but each has its own advantages and disadvantages. The combination of the two methods will make it possible to overcome their weaknesses. Based on the simulated annealing genetic algorithm (SAGA) and the simplex algorithm, an efficient and robust 2-D nonlinear method for seismic travel-time inversion is presented in this paper. First we do a global search over a large range by SAGA and then do a rapid local search using the simplex method. A multi-scale tomography method is adopted in order to reduce non-uniqueness. The velocity field is divided into different spatial scales and velocities at the grid nodes are taken as unknown parameters. The model is parameterized by a bi-cubic spline function. The finite-difference method is used to solve the forward problem while the hybrid method combining multi-scale SAGA and simplex algorithms is applied to the inverse problem. The algorithm has been applied to a numerical test and a travel-time perturbation test using an anomalous low-velocity body. For a practical example, it is used in the study of upper crustal velocity structure of the A'nyemaqen suture zone at the north-east edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The model test and practical application both prove that the method is effective and robust.
文摘Deterministic optimization methods are combined with the Pareto front concept to solve multi-criterion design problems. The algorithm and the numerical implementation are applied to aerodynamic designs. Evolutionary algorithms (EAs) and the Pareto front concept are used to solve practical design problems in industry for its robustness in capturing convex, concave, discrete or discontinuous Pareto fronts of multi-objective optimization problems. However, the process is time-consuming. Therefore, deterministic optimization methods are introduced to capture the Pareto front, and the types of the captured Pareto front are explained. Numerical experiments show that the deterministic optimization method is a good alternative to EAs for capturing any convex and some concave Pareto fronts in multi-criterion aerodynamic optimization problems due to its efficiency.
基金This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(10071037)
文摘In this paper, a new derivative free trust region method is developed based on the conic interpolation model for the unconstrained optimization. The conic interpolation model is built by means of the quadratic model function, the collinear scaling formula, quadratic approximation and interpolation. All the parameters in this model are determined by objective function interpolation condition. A new derivative free method is developed based upon this model and the global convergence of this new method is proved without any information on gradient.
基金This study was funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant 11272167).
文摘The discontinuous dynamical problem of multi-point contact and collision in multi-body system has always been a hot and difficult issue in this field.Based on the Gauss’principle of least constraint,a unified optimization model for multibody system dynamics with multi-point contact and collision is established.The paper presents the study of the numerical solution scheme,in which particle swarm optimization method is used to deal with the corresponding optimization model.The article also presents the comparison of the Gauss optimization method(GOM)and the hybrid linear complementarity method(i.e.combining differential algebraic equations(DAEs)and linear complementarity problems(LCP)),commonly used to solve the dynamic contact problem of multibody systems with bilateral constraints.The results illustrate that,the GOM has the same advantage of dynamical modelling with LCP and when the redundant constraint exists,the GOM always has a unique solution and so no additional processing is needed,whereas the corresponding DAE-LCP method may have singular cases with multiple solutions or no solutions.Using numerical examples,the GOM is verified to effectively solve the dynamics of multibody systems with redundant unilateral and bilateral constraints without additional redundancy processing.The GOM can also be applied to the optimal control of systems in the future and combined with the parameter optimization of systems to handle dynamic problems.The work given provides the dynamics and control of the complex system with a new train of thought and method.
基金University Putra Malaysia under Putra Grant No.9531200。
文摘Previous studies about optimizing earthquake structural energy dissipation systems indicated that most existing techniques employ merely one or a few parameters as design variables in the optimization process,and thereby are only applicable only to simple,single,or multiple degree-of-freedom structures.The current approaches to optimization procedures take a specific damper with its properties and observe the effect of applying time history data to the building;however,there are many different dampers and isolators that can be used.Furthermore,there is a lack of studies regarding the optimum location for various viscous and wall dampers.The main aim of this study is hybridization of the particle swarm optimization(PSO) and gravitational search algorithm(GSA) to optimize the performance of earthquake energy dissipation systems(i.e.,damper devices) simultaneously with optimizing the characteristics of the structure.Four types of structural dampers device are considered in this study:(ⅰ) variable stiffness bracing(VSB) system,(ⅱ) rubber wall damper(RWD),(ⅲ) nonlinear conical spring bracing(NCSB) device,(iv) and multi-action stiffener(MAS) device.Since many parameters may affect the design of seismic resistant structures,this study proposes a hybrid of PSO and GSA to develop a hybrid,multi-objective optimization method to resolve the aforementioned problems.The characteristics of the above-mentioned damper devices as well as the section size for structural beams and columns are considered as variables for development of the PSO-GSA optimization algorithm to minimize structural seismic response in terms of nodal displacement(in three directions) as well as plastic hinge formation in structural members simultaneously with the weight of the structure.After that,the optimization algorithm is implemented to identify the best position of the damper device in the structural frame to have the maximum effect and minimize the seismic structure response.To examine the performance of the proposed PSO-GSA optimization method,it has been applied to a three-story reinforced structure equipped with a seismic damper device.The results revealed that the method successfully optimized the earthquake energy dissipation systems and reduced the effects of earthquakes on structures,which significantly increase the building’s stability and safety during seismic excitation.The analysis results showed a reduction in the seismic response of the structure regarding the formation of plastic hinges in structural members as well as the displacement of each story to approximately 99.63%,60.5%,79.13% and 57.42% for the VSB device,RWD,NCSB device,and MAS device,respectively.This shows that using the PSO-GSA optimization algorithm and optimized damper devices in the structure resulted in no structural damage due to earthquake vibration.
基金acknowledge the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grants No 309190112102)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(Grants No BK20200493).
文摘In this paper,a passive muzzle arc control device(PMACD)of the augmented railguns is studied.By discussing its performance at different numbers of extra rails,a parameter optimization model is proposed.Through the calculation model,it is found that the PMACD works well in the simple railgun,which refers to the gun that there is only one pair of rails in the inner bore.The PMACD may decrease the simple railgun’s armature peak current and muzzle arc,but affect its muzzle velocity not much.However,in the augmented railguns it has different characteristics.If the parameters of the PMACD are not selected suitable.It may increase the armature peak current and muzzle arc,but greatly decrease the velocity.The reason for this problem is that the extra rails generate a strong magnetic field in front of the armature,which induces a large current to change the armature current.It is also found that when the resistance and inductance parameters of the PMACD satisfy with the optimization formula,the PMACD can also play a good role in arc suppression in the augmented railguns.Experiments of an augmented railgun with a stainless steel PMACD are carried out to verify this optimization method.Results show that the muzzle arc is obviously controlled.This work may provide a reference for the design of the muzzle arc control device.
基金Funded by National Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 50905102)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangdong Province (Nos. 10151503101000033 and 8351503101000001)the Building Fund for the Academic Innovation Team of Shantou University (No. ITC10003)
文摘The paper presents a new solution of inverse displacement analysis of the general six degree-of-freedom serial robot.The inverse displacement analysis of the general serial robot is transformed into a minimization problem and then the optimization method is adopted to solve the nonlinear least squares problem with the analytic form of new Jacobian matrix.In this way,joint variables of the general serial robot can be searched out quickly under the desired precision when positions of the three non-collinear end effector points are given.Compared with the general Newton iterative method,the proposed algorithm can search out the solution when the robot is at the singular configuration and the initial configuration used in the optimization method may also be the singular configuration.So the convergence domain is bigger than that of the general Newton iterative method.Another advantage of the proposed algorithm is that positions of the three non-collinear end effector points are usually much easier to be measured than the orientation of the end effector.The inverse displacement analysis of the general 6R(six-revolute-joint) serial robot is illustrated as an example and the simulation results verify the efficiency of the proposed algorithm.Because the three non-collinear points can be selected at random,the method can be applied to any other types of serial robots.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(12171106)the Natural Science Foundation of Guangxi Province(2020GXNSFDA238017 and 2018GXNSFFA281007)the Shanghai Sailing Program(21YF1430300)。
文摘This paper discusses the two-block large-scale nonconvex optimization problem with general linear constraints.Based on the ideas of splitting and sequential quadratic optimization(SQO),a new feasible descent method for the discussed problem is proposed.First,we consider the problem of quadratic optimal(QO)approximation associated with the current feasible iteration point,and we split the QO into two small-scale QOs which can be solved in parallel.Second,a feasible descent direction for the problem is obtained and a new SQO-type method is proposed,namely,splitting feasible SQO(SF-SQO)method.Moreover,under suitable conditions,we analyse the global convergence,strong convergence and rate of superlinear convergence of the SF-SQO method.Finally,preliminary numerical experiments regarding the economic dispatch of a power system are carried out,and these show that the SF-SQO method is promising.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.51675506 and 51275504)the German Research Foundation(DFG)(Grant Nos.#ZA 422/5-1 and#ZA 422/6-1)
文摘A topology optimization method based on the solid isotropic material with penalization interpolation scheme is utilized for designing gradient coils for use in magnetic resonance microscopy.Unlike the popular stream function method,the proposed method has design variables that are the distribution of conductive material.A voltage-driven transverse gradient coil is proposed to be used as micro-scale magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)gradient coils,thus avoiding introducing a coil-winding pattern and simplifying the coil configuration.The proposed method avoids post-processing errors that occur when the continuous current density is approximated by discrete wires in the stream function approach.The feasibility and accuracy of the method are verified through designing the z-gradient and y-gradient coils on a cylindrical surface.Numerical design results show that the proposed method can provide a new coil layout in a compact design space.
基金Sponsored by the National Program"973"Project (2005CB623906)
文摘In order to implement the optimal design of the indoor thermal comfort based on the numerical modeling method, the numerical calculation platform is combined seamlessly with the data-processing platform, and an interactive numerical calculation platform which includes the functions of numerical simulation and optimization is established. The artificial neural network (ANN) and the greedy strategy are introduced into the hill-climbing pattern heuristic search process, and the optimizing search direction can be predicted by using small samples; when searching along the direction using the greedy strategy, the optimal values can be quickly approached. Therefore, excessive external calling of the numerical modeling process can be avoided, and the optimization time is decreased obviously. The experimental results indicate that the satisfied output parameters of air conditioning can be quickly given out based on the interactive numerical calculation platform and the improved search method, and the optimization for indoor thermal comfort can be completed.
文摘During the construction process of the construction project,the construction technology management work can improve the overall quality of the project construction.In the context of increasingly fierce competition in the construction market,construction enterprises should strengthen the management of construction technology,enhance their technical level and market competitiveness,and promote the development of the construction market[1].The paper mainly analyzes the optimization methods of build-Keywords:ing construction technology management.
文摘With the rapid development of science and technology, the development level of China's chemical and pharmaceutical industry also needs to be continuously improved. At present, China has become one of the largest pharmaceutical countries in the world and has a relatively high level in pharmaceutical industry. However, there is still a certain gap compared with developed countries. We must keep up with the development of the times and further improve the level and ability of China's pharmaceutical industry. This paper mainly studies the current situation of pharmaceutical technology in China, analyzes the existing problems, and puts forward relevant solutions, hoping to provide some reference ideas for the rapid and stable development of China's pharmaceutical industry.
文摘With the continuous development of social economy, in the process of building structure design, the design unit should not only consider the practicability and safety of the building, but also improve the aesthetics and economy of the building. This is why designers must ensure the safety, functionality, aesthetics and cost-effectiveness of the building when designing the building, and also consider the convenience of the building. Therefore, architectural design units must optimize the design. Only in this way can the various functions of architecture be unified and promote the stable development of China's construction industry. On this basis, the application of design optimization method in architectural structure design is analyzed and discussed. The rapid development of social economy has also improved people's quality of life. In this context, there are more stringent requirements for life and environment. In the process of architectural design, designers must actively use the construction method of architectural optimization, so that the comfort of the house can not only be improved, but also fully meet people's living needs. In addition, using the construction method to optimize the building can also significantly reduce the construction cost without affecting the house performance and quality, which can also greatly improve the economic benefits of engineering companies and promote the better development of China's construction industry.
文摘Based on an Alopex optimization algorithm and a response surface model(RSM),a hybrid sub-region methodology is presented to solve the optimal design problems of permanent magnet(PM)machines.The Alopex optimization method is processed both in subspace and in global solution space.In order to decrease the computing time,a multi quadric radial basis function(MQRBF)is embedded in the optimization.The proposed method speeds up the convergence rate while keeps the accuracy of the solution.A numerical experiment is given to validate the efficiency and effectiveness of the method.
基金the deputy director of Research and Development in Atomic Energy of Iran for financial support as well as Nuclear Science and Technology Research Institute for technical support
文摘The present work dealt with the preconcentration of rare earth elements in Saghand ore(Yazd province,Iran)which was achieved by Humphrey spiral using orthogonal optimization method after scrubbing the sample at 45%solid pulp density for 30 min.The pulp was diluted and was fed to a Humphrey spiral for upgrading.The process parameters considered were feed size,feed solids and feed rate,and Taguchi’s L9(34)orthogonal array(OA)was selected for optimization of the process.The results show that the feed rate and feed size were more significant than the other operation parameters of the process.It was also found that under optimal conditions,the concentrate grade of rare earth elements increased from2860 10 6to 6050 10 6and recovery reached to 58%.
基金the fundamental support of the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 51105013, 51125020)the Beijing Natural Science Foundation of China (No. 3133042)the fundamental support provided by the China Scholarship Council and the State Key Laboratory of Robotics and System (HIT)
文摘The optimization of metamorphic mechanisms is different from that of the conventional mechanisms for its characteristics of multi-configuration. There exist complex coupled design variables and constraints in its multiple different configuration optimization models. To achieve the compatible optimized results of these coupled design variables, an optimization method for metamorphic mechanisms is developed in the paper based on the principle of multidisciplinary design optimization(MDO). Firstly, the optimization characteristics of the metamorphic mechanism are summarized distinctly by proposing the classification of design variables and constraints as well as coupling interactions among its different configuration optimization models. Further, collaborative optimization technique which is used in MDO is adopted for achieving the overall optimization performance. The whole optimization process is then proposed by constructing a two-level hierarchical scheme with global optimizer and configuration optimizer loops. The method is demonstrated by optimizing a planar five-bar metamorphic mechanism which has two configurations,and results show that it can achieve coordinated optimization results for the same parameters in different configuration optimization models.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Programme of China(Grant No.2023YFB3406302)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52175120)Key Research,Development Plan of Shaanxi(Grant No.2024GH-ZDXM-29)。
文摘To address the challenges for vibration suppression in the precision sensors of underwater vehicles,phononic crystals have attracted significant attention due to the superior capabilities in elastic wave manipulation and vibration suppression.Unlike conventional damping materials,the phononic crystals can effectively suppress the wave propagation in the specific frequency ranges due to the unique periodic microstructures.
基金supported by the State Administration of Science,Technology and Industry for National Defense KJSP202360201.
文摘In the field of active deorbiting technologies,the electrodynamic tether has garnered attention due to its cost-effectiveness,light weight,and low fuel consumption.In this study,to address the low success rate of the deployment mechanisms used in previous in-orbit experiments,a novel deployment mechanism with a size of 2 U and a weight 2.3 kg based on pusher motors is proposed.In order to achieve a smooth tether deployment without rupture and rebound,an optimization method was proposed for springs,and tether within the deployment mechanism.Finally,simulation and ground ejection experiment were conducted with the objective of deploying a 50-m tether.In the experiment,the top plate was ejected with a kinetic energy of 2.3 J,and the tether was successfully unfolded.The experimental results indicate that the device is capable of deploying a tether of at least 50 m,demonstrating the effectiveness of the optimization method.
基金the project PID2022-139202OB-I00Neural Networks and Optimization Techniques for the Design and Safe Maintenance of Transportation Infrastructures:Volcanic Rock Geotechnics and Slope Stability(IA-Pyroslope),funded by the Spanish State Research Agency of the Ministry of Science,Innovation and Universities of Spain and the European Regional Development Fund,MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033/FEDER,EU。
文摘Volcanic terrains exhibit a complex structure of pyroclastic deposits interspersed with sedimentary processes,resulting in irregular lithological sequences that lack lateral continuity and distinct stratigraphic patterns.This complexity poses significant challenges for slope stability analysis,requiring the development of specialized techniques to address these issues.This research presents a numerical methodology that incorporates spatial variability,nonlinear material characterization,and probabilistic analysis using a Monte Carlo framework to address this issue.The heterogeneous structure is represented by randomly assigning different lithotypes across the slope,while maintaining predefined global proportions.This contrasts with the more common approach of applying probabilistic variability to mechanical parameters within a homogeneous slope model.The material behavior is defined using complex nonlinear failure criteria,such as the Hoek-Brown model and a parabolic model with collapse,both implemented through linearization techniques.The Discontinuity Layout Optimization(DLO)method,a novel numerical approach based on limit analysis,is employed to efficiently incorporate these advances and compute the factor of safety of the slope.Within this framework,the Monte Carlo procedure is used to assess slope stability by conducting a large number of simulations,each with a different lithotype distribution.Based on the results,a hybrid method is proposed that combines probabilistic modeling with deterministic design principles for the slope stability assessment.As a case study,the methodology is applied to a 20-m-high vertical slope composed of three lithotypes(altered scoria,welded scoria,and basalt)randomly distributed in proportions of 15%,60%,and 25%,respectively.The results show convergence of mean values after approximately 400 simulations and highlight the significant influence of spatial heterogeneity,with variations of the factor of safety between 5 and 12 in 85%of cases.They also reveal non-circular and mid-slope failure wedges not captured by traditional stability methods.Finally,an equivalent normal probability distribution is proposed as a reliable approximation of the factor of safety for use in risk analysis and engineering decision-making.