Topological Optimization of Aircraft Frame Structures with the Variable Density Method

In this paper, a variable density topological optimization method is derived on the basis of Lagrange function, and the RAMP interpolation model is selected to optimize the frame structure of aircrafts with variable density method. For an example, the ordinary frame structure of the domestic planes is taken to illustrate validity of the presented method. The numerical model of the aircraft frames is obtained. The optimal design analysis of the model structural distribution and the weight loss requirement of the aircraft frame structures are realized. In conclusion, the structural distribution law of the topology optimization is summarized according to the topology optimization structures.