Abstract Design optimization of flexible multibody dynamics is critical to reducing weight and
therefore increasing efficiency and lowering costs of mechanical systems. Simulation of …

In this paper, the direct differentiation of generalized-α time integration is derived, equations
are introduced and results are shown. Although generalized-α time integration has found …

In the present paper, semi-analytical design sensitivity analysis of a morphing forward wing
section modeled as a flexible multibody system is developed. The flexible multibody …

In this paper, the analytical derivatives of flexible multibody dynamics with the floating frame
of reference formulation are derived in a new way using the invariants and their sensitivities …

This paper introduces Baumgarte stabilization and generalized-α time integration to the
sensitivity analysis of flexible multibody dynamics. This is done to counteract numerical drift …

This paper introduces analytical sensitivity analysis of flexible multibody dynamics with
Baumgarte stabilization. Flexible multibody dynamics is formulated with the floating frame of …

High-performance sailplanes have a wide speed range. Form-variable wings with a
morphing leading edge in combination with a trailing flap for a high-speed and a lowspeed …

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This paper provides an introduction to structural design optimization of dynamic systems.
Cast as an enabler of lightweight engineering design via its virtuous circle, design …

Topology optimization is an effective numerical tool to design high‐performance, efficient
and economical lightweight structures. The objectives of this work are threefold …