RESOURCE-EFFICIENT LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN

TOPOLOGY OPTIMIZATION

Bionic component design tailored to the application using topology optimization and additive manufacturing processes.

What is topology optimization?

Topology optimization is a numerical simulation method based on the finite element method. Based on the available design space and predefined constraints as well as load cases, those areas are iteratively removed that are not relevant for the individual application. Thus, the optimization tool visualizes the force flow in the component and enables a customized and lightweight design.

FEM Topologieoptimierung

Unleash the power of generative lightweight solutions.

Sustainable and
efficient lightweight construction

Shorter time-to-market
thanks to digital engineering

Unique design freedom 
due to additive manufacturing

High productivity thanks to
application-optimized design

Customized
function integration

High degree of customization
for all applications

Project insight: Topology optimization

1. DEFINITION OF THE DESIGN SPACE

Bauraum

Definition of the max. available design space as a basis for simulation.

2. TOPOLOGY OPTIMIZATION

Topologieoptimierung

Topology optimization considering the relevant load cases of the use case.

Minimal material usage through topology optimization.

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3. BIONIC DESIGN

Topologieoptimierung Bionik

Design of the geometry based on the simulation results including an iterative structural optimization.

4. DESIGN VALIDATION

FEM Festigkeitsanalyse

Simulative validation of the optimized model. Testing on the physical model is also possible on request.

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Contact details:

Lightbau Engineering GmbH & Co. KG