Variable Axial Composite Lightweight Automotive Parts Using Anisotropic Topology Optimization and Tailored Fiber Placement

This paper presents a design method for continuous fiber composites in three-dimensional space with locally varying orientation distribution and their fabrication method. The design method is formulated based on topology optimization by augmented tensor field design variables. The fabrication method...

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Main Authors: Nomura, Tsuyoshi, Iwano, Yoshihiro, Kawamoto, Atsushi, Yoshikawa, Katsuharu, Spickenheuer, Axel
Format: Report
Language:English
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Summary:This paper presents a design method for continuous fiber composites in three-dimensional space with locally varying orientation distribution and their fabrication method. The design method is formulated based on topology optimization by augmented tensor field design variables. The fabrication method is based on Tailored Fiber Placement technology, whereby a CNC embroidery machine prepares the preform. The fiber path is generated from an optimized orientation distribution field. The preform is formed with vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding. The fabricated prototype weighs 120 g, a 70% weight reduction, achieving 3.5× mass-specific stiffness improvement.
ISSN:0148-7191
2688-3627
DOI:10.4271/2022-01-0344