Abstract: This research introduces a computational algorithm that uses simulated annealing to optimize three-dimensional component layouts. General component layout problems are characterized by three objectives: ...

Abstract: This paper introduces a simulated annealing-based approach to three-dimensional component packing that employs simulated annealing to generate optimal solutions. Simulated annealing has been used ...

Abstract: This paper introduces a novel approach to three dimensional routing optimization. Examples of routing tasks for engineering applications include routing of pipes, wires and air ducts. Traditionally, ...

Abstract: This paper presents an integrated framework for conceptual assembly design. Because the complexity of assembly design leads to extremely large design spaces, adequate support of design space ...

Abstract: This paper integrates simulated annealing-based component packing, layout and routing algorithms into a concurrent approach to product layout optimization. The design of a heat pump is presented ...