Structural Optimisation

Structural optimisation is a process which enables engineers to make the most efficient use of the available material when designing a part. This can be done by creating structures that are as lightweight as possible whilst continuing to support the stresses that the part will be under. Optimisation methods such as topology, and free shape optimisation have been available for over 20 years within the tools developed by Vanderplaats R&D, and are becoming ever more popular as methods being utilised during the design process. 

In many cases the analysis part of the  optimisation is based on the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) method for static,  normal modes. Additionally, VR&D's tools  can consider frequency analysis, random response analysis, heat transfer, and system buckling calculations.

• - Reduce cost and improve performance

• - Reduced engineering time

• - Bring innovative designs to life

GRM have a range of software solutions available to meet the needs of projects small to large, including integratedsolutions allowing designers to use optimisation in the user interface that they use daily. All our optimisation products deliver a clear return on investment through savings in part cost, weight and engineering time savings achieved through right first time design.

Genesis - A fully integrated finite element analysis and design optimisation software package, written by leading experts in structural optimisation. Genesis has countless unique and innovative features which have been developed in house. Design options include: shape, sizing, topography, topometry and topology. Genesis is also popularly used for the stress analysis of parts. Genesis can also be used as a method of composite software.

Integrated Solutions

GSAM - Structural optimisation for ANSYS Mechnical is an integrated extension that adds topology optimisation to the ANSYS environment. Designers benefit by being able to automatically generate innovative designs in a reliable, robust and easy to use interface. 

GTAM - ANSYS Topology is an integrated extension that adds topology optimisation to the ANSYS environment. Designers benefit by being able to automatically generate innovative designs in a reliable, robust and easy-to-use interface. 

TruForm SW - An integrated solution for SolidWorks simulation which provides users with a powerful SolidWorks topology optimisation method. Enabling designers to creat lightweight designs, and reduce the mass and material cost of a part within the SolidWorks interface. 

TruForm for Abaqus - An integrated topology optimisation solution for Abaqus/ CAE users, which is powered by an embedded version of the industry leading optimisation solver VR&D Genesis. This solution enables a powerful optimisation method in an extremely simple and straightforward user interface. 

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