OS-E: 0890 Maximum Bead Width Constrain for Topology Optimization of Oil Pan
Maximum bead width constraint is implemented to prevent the formation of large beads during topography optimization.

Figure 1. FE Model with Loadcases and Loadstep
Model Files
Model Description
- Objective
- Maximize the first normal mode frequency
- Constrains
- Maintain the beadfrac response within the range 0.5 to 0.8
- Design Variables
- Topography
Results

Figure 2. Shape Change without Max Bead Width Control

Figure 3. Shape Change with Max Bead Width Control