Multi-objective Optimization of Non-uniform Beam for Minimum Weight and Sound Radiation

Abstract

A multi-objective optimization of non-uniform beams is presented for minimum radiated sound power and weight. The transfer matrix method is used to compute the structural and acoustic responses of a non-uniform beam accurately and efficiently. The multi-objective particle swarm optimization technique is applied to search the Pareto optimal solutions that represent various compromises between weight and sound radiation. Several constraints are imposed, which substantially reduce the volume fraction of feasible solutions in the design space. Two non-uniform beams with different boundary conditions are studied to demonstrate the multi-objective optimal designs of the structure.

Keywords

Non-uniform beams / Sound radiation / Transfer matrix method / Multi-objective optimization / Particle swarm technique

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