Skeletonization
Automatic identification of loadpaths and their transformation into an optimal structure
The Challenge
The transformation and sizing of a topology optimization outcome into parametric designs is usually highly time-consuming.
- Interpretation of topology optimization results for conventional manufacturing is carried out manually by redrawing in CAD
- Manual iterations are required to perform the sizing of the optimization shape
- The results from topology optimization are often only manufacturable in additive processes
Our Approach
Automatic identification of load paths with the help of a voxelized skeleton algorithm and automatic subsequent dimensioning and further processing.
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VOXEL SPACE
Create a voxel space of the given mesh from the topology optimization result
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SKELETONIZATION
Reduce the voxel space to its skeleton by reducing the thickness to single voxel throughout the load path
3
CURVE NETWORK
Extract the curves from the skeletonization which can be processed to obtain a clean curve network connected to the non-design spaces
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SOLID BEAM NETWORK
Use the clean curve network to construct pipe curves and transform the pipe curves into a pipe network mesh. This mesh can be converted into a smooth solid body
Your Value
Universal workflow for automated processing of bar-shaped topology optimization results in robust CAD geometry following the skeletonized load paths of a structure.
- Take full advantage of controlling topology optimization results in a parametric way
- Transform topology optimization results into designs feasible for conventional manufacturing
- Skeletonization helps in the easy manipulation of the load paths (for e.g. failsafe designs) and to create internal pipe routings e.g. for cooling channels
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