Intro; Preface; Contents; 1 Introduction; 1.1 Structural Optimization Using Meta-heuristic Algorithms; 1.2 Goals and Organization of the Present Book; References; 2 Optimization Algorithms Utilized in This Book; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Colliding Bodies Optimization Algorithm; 2.2.1 Theory of Collision Between Two Bodies; 2.2.2 Presentation of CBO; 2.3 The Enhanced Colliding Bodies Optimization Algorithm; 2.4 Vibrating Particles System Algorithm; 2.4.1 Damped Free Vibration; 2.4.2 Presentation of VPS; 2.5 The MDVC-UVPS Algorithm.
2.5.1 The Multi-Design Variable Configurations Cascade Optimization2.5.2 The Upper Bound Strategy; 2.5.3 Presentation of MDVC-UVPS; References; 3 Optimal Design of Usual-Size Skeletal Structures; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Numerical Examples with Frequency Constraints; 3.2.1 A 72-Bar Space Truss Problem; 3.2.2 A Spatial 120-Bar Dome-Shaped Truss Problem; 3.2.3 A 200-Bar Planar Truss Problem; 3.3 Numerical Examples with Strength Constraints; 3.3.1 A Spatial 120-Bar Dome-Shaped Truss Problem; 3.3.2 A 3-Bay 15-Story Frame Problem; 3.3.3 A 3-Bay 24-Story Frame Problem; 3.4 Concluding Remarks.
5.4 Concluding RemarksReferences; 6 Optimal Design of Double-Layer Barrel Vault Space Structures; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Optimal Design of Double-Layer Barrel Vaults; 6.3 Design Examples; 6.3.1 A 384-Bar Double-Layer Barrel Vault; 6.3.2 A 693-Bar Double-Layer Barrel Vault; 6.3.3 A 1536-Bar Double-Layer Barrel Vault; 6.4 Concluding Remarks; References; 7 Optimal Design of Dome-Shaped Trusses; 7.1 Introduction; 7.2 Frequency Constraint Optimization Problem; 7.3 Design Examples; 7.3.1 A 600-Bar Dome Truss; 7.3.1.1 Constraint Case 1; 7.3.1.2 Constraint Case 2; 7.3.2 A 1180-Bar Dome Truss.
7.3.2.1 Constraint Case 17.3.2.2 Constraint Case 2; 7.3.3 A 1410-Bar Dome Truss; 7.3.3.1 Constraint Case 1; 7.3.3.2 Constraint Case 2; 7.4 Concluding Remarks; References; 8 Optimal Design of Steel Lattice Transmission Line Towers; 8.1 Introduction; 8.2 Optimal Design of Transmission Line Towers; 8.3 Design Problems; 8.3.1 A 47-Bar Power Transmission Tower; 8.3.2 A 160-Bar Power Transmission Tower; 8.3.3 A 244-Bar Power Transmission Tower; 8.4 Concluding Remarks; References; 9 Optimal Seismic Design of 3D Steel Frames; 9.1 Introduction; 9.2 Optimum Design Problem of Steel Space Frame.
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"The contributions in this book discuss large-scale problems like the optimal design of domes, antennas, transmission line towers, barrel vaults and steel frames with different types of limitations such as strength, buckling, displacement and natural frequencies. The authors use a set of definite algorithms for the optimization of all types of structures. They also add a new enhanced version of VPS and information about configuration processes to all chapters. Domes are of special interest to engineers as they enclose a maximum amount of space with a minimum surface and have proven to be very economical in terms of consumption of constructional materials. Antennas and transmission line towers are the one of the most popular structure since these steel lattice towers are inexpensive, strong, light and wind resistant. Architects and engineers choose barrel vaults as viable and often highly suitable forms for covering not only low-cost industrial buildings, warehouses, large-span hangars, indoor sports stadiums, but also large cultural and leisure centers. Steel buildings are preferred in residential as well as commercial buildings due to their high strength and ductility particularly in regions which are prone to earthquakes."--