Level-set-based topology optimization of threedimensional structures considering the manufacturing process with realistic milling tools
Christopher Colling,
Axel Schumacher,
Klaus Mecking
Abstract:In this work, we develop an approach for the level set based topology optimization of millable 3D structures. We focus on the 3-axis machining with realistic formed milling tools. The basis of the method lies in the identification of surface areas that cannot be reached by a given milling tool during optimization. For this purpose, we present an interpolation method that identifies these areas by an interpolation of the level set function along the outer contours of realistic milling tools, considering availab… Show more
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