Abstract: The recent growth in electronics power density has created a significant need for effective thermal management solutions. Liquid-cooled heat sinks or cold plates are typically used to achieve high volumetric power density ...

Abstract: The computational cost of traditional gradient-based topology optimization is amplified for multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO) problems, most notably when coupling between physics disciplines is accounted for. To ...

Abstract: Smart materials provide a means by which we can create engineered mechanisms that artificially mimic the adaptability, flexibility, and responsiveness found in biological systems. Previous studies have developed material-based ...

Abstract: Packing and routing separately are each challenging NP-hard problems. Therefore, solving the coupled packing and routing problem simultaneously will require disruptive methods to better address pressing-related challenges, ...

Abstract: A new method for optimizing the layout of device-routing systems is presented. Gradient-based topology optimization techniques are used to simultaneously optimize both device locations and routing paths of device interconnects. ...

Abstract: This article explores the optimization of plant characteristics and controller parameters for electrified mobility. Electrification of mobile transportation systems, such as automobiles and aircraft, presents the ability ...

Abstract: This article presents a novel design framework for topology and component sizing optimization of multi-domain dynamic systems described by conservation laws. Multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO) is a powerful tool ...

Abstract: Three-dimensional spatial packaging of interconnected systems with physical interactions (SPI2) design plays a vital role in the functionality, operation, energy usage, and life cycle of practically all engineered systems, ...

Abstract: Systematic enumeration and identification of unique 3D spatial topologies (STs) of complex engineering systems (such as automotive cooling systems, electric power trains, satellites, and aero-engines) are essential to ...

Abstract: This article presents a novel three-dimensional topology optimization framework developed for 3D spatial packaging of interconnected systems using a geometric projection method (GPM). The proposed gradient-based topology ...