The shape optimization of gravity dam is posed as an optimization problem with goals of minimum value of concrete, stresses and maximum safety against overturning and sliding need to be achieved. Optimally designed structure generally saves large investments especially for a large structure. The size of hydraulic structures is usually huge and thus requires a huge investment. If the optimizatio...

From the beginning the ROXIE program was structured such that mathematical optimization techniques can be applied to the design of the superconducting magnets. With the concept of features it is possible to create the complex coil assemblies in 2 and 3 dimensions with only a small number of engineering data which can then be addressed as design variables of the optimization problem. In this cha...