Accession Number:

ADP000085

Title:

A Programing System for Research and Applications in Structural Optimization,

Descriptive Note:

Corporate Author:

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION HAMPTON VA LANGLEY RESEARCH CENTER

Personal Author(s):

• Sobieszczanski-Sobieski,Jaroslaw
• Rogers,James L. , Jr

Report Date:

1981-01-01

Pagination or Media Count:

13.0

Abstract:

The paper describes a computer programming system designed to be used for methodology research as well as applications in structural optimization. The flexibility necessary for such diverse utilizations is achieved by combining, in a modular manner, a state-of-the-art optimization program, a production level structural anaysis program, and user supplied and problem dependent interface programs. Standard utility capabilities existing in modern computer operating systems are used to integrate these programs.

Descriptors:

• *Computer programs
• *Computer applications
• *Structural engineering
• *Optimization
• *Structural mechanics
• Structural analysis
• Computer programming
• Modular construction
• Integrated systems
• Numerical analysis
• Shape
• Static loads
• Strength(General)
• Stiffness
• Buckling
• Vibration

Subject Categories:

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE