Abstract: This paper describes an effective formulation for computing design sensitivities required in the shape optimization of solid objects using the boundary element method (BEM). Implicit differentiation of the discretized ...

Abstract: The direct, singular, boundary element analysis formulation is shown to provide a basis for a computationally efficient and accurate shape design sensitivity analysis approach for the structural ...

Abstract: Concepts involving direct approaches for continuum structural reanalysis of modified shapes employing the boundary‐element analysis (BEA) method are considered. A boundary‐element zone‐condensation technique is shown to ...