Soft robotics is a rapidly evolving field where robots are fabricated using highly deformable
materials and usually follow a bioinspired design. Their high dexterity and safety make them …

We propose a new framework for the two-and three-dimensional topology optimization (TO)
of the weakly-coupled fluid–structure system. The proposed design methodology uses a …

A current challenge for the structural topology optimization methods is the development of
trustful techniques to account for different physics interactions. This paper devises a …

In the realm of engineering design, structures grappling with fluidic pressure loads within
precise frequency constraints necessitate innovative approaches. This study introduces a …

In a topology optimization (TO) setting, design-dependent fluidic pressure loads pose
several challenges as their direction, magnitude, and location alter with topology evolution …

Current advancements in topology optimization research have extensively explored
thermoelastic problems. Yet, notable limitations persist in effectively handling design …

Simultaneous shape and topology optimization is used to design pressure-activated
inflatable soft robots. The pressure loaded boundary is meshed conformingly and shape …

This paper provides a simple, compact and efficient 90-line pedagogical MATLAB code for
topology optimization using hexagonal elements (honeycomb tessellation). Hexagonal …

We present a quantum annealing-based solution method for topology optimization (TO). In
particular, we consider TO in a more general setting, ie, applied to structures of continuum …

This paper presents a density-based topology optimization approach to design structures
under self-weight load. Such loads change their magnitude and/or location as the topology …