A text devoted to the mathematical basis of optimal shape design, to finite element approximation and to numerical realization by applying optimization techniqu

This book addresses the formulation, approximation and numerical solution of optimal shape design problems: from the continuous model through its discretization

The study of optimal shape design can be arrived at by asking the following question: "What is the best shape for a physical system?" This book is an applicatio

A text devoted to the mathematical basis of optimal shape design, to finite element approximation and to numerical realization by applying optimization techniqu

This book investigates the various aspects of shape optimization of two dimensional continuum structures, including shape design sensitivity analysis, structura