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This paper deals with shape optimization of three-dimensional elastic bodies. The proposed approach is based on natural design variables and shape functions and utilizes the boundary element method. The design variables are the magnitudes of a set of fictitious loads applied on the structure. Shape optimal design problems based on minimum mean compliance, peak stress minimization and stress constraints are considered. A general method for shape design sensitivity analysis using the material derivative concept and adjoint variable method is used. The sensitivity formula for a general stress constraint imposed over the optimized boundary is derived. Optimal shapes for three-dimensional problems are presented to show numerical applications.

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shape optimization elastic bodies natural design variables natural shape functions boundary element method

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Three-Dimensional shape optimization approach based on natural design variables and the boundary element method

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