The use of genetic algorithms for structural optimization of hybrid sandwich panels

This paper describes the procedures followed to develop an optimization method for the design of a sandwich panel to be used in flooring applications. This sandwich panel is composed of polyurethane foam core, fibre reinforced polymer bottom layer and webs, and a fibre reinforced mortar top layer. T...

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Main Author: Escusa, Gonçalo Gomes (author)
Other Authors: Sena-Cruz, José (author), Cruz, Fábio (author), Pereira, E. N. B. (author), Valente, Isabel B. (author), Barros, Joaquim A. O. (author)
Format: conferencePaper
Language:eng
Published: 2017
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/1822/46870
Country:Portugal
Oai:oai:repositorium.sdum.uminho.pt:1822/46870