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CH-47 Chinook under floor frame

Under floor frames of CH-47 Chinook were investigated, and topology optimized by Boeing and NCDMM (link). Possibility of using monolithic “one-piece machining” structures, which is an increasing trend in aviation and topology optimization of such structures were  studied. Ramp downs in the ribs … Continue reading

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MAN Diesel

MAN Diesel (link) uses topology optimization for large diesel engines used for propulsion of ships and stationary power plants. In one example they optimize the Cylinder Frame which connects cylinder liner to engine frame. The engine itself is huge, the … Continue reading

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