A FreeCAD module that uses Generative Design to calculate and show structural analysis results
This project was devoloped based on Rahul Master's thesis and Ogeday Yavuz Graduation Thesis.
František Löffelmann's calculix/beso topology optimization script was added as a feature recently.
The following process image is taken from Master Thesis Poster of Rahul Jhuree:
For more information about Rahul's thesis please view the dissertation.
Recommended installation of the workbench is via the FreeCAD Addon Manager.
A restart of FreeCAD is required after installation.
A starter guide exist in forum post
Parameters
. Open it and write your parameters for different generations.Generate
button to create new generations. Check the generation files by using the provided GUI or simply by clicking its table cell.The addon can also suggest optimum geometry for boundary conditions.
Bug reports are greatly appreciated. Please open a ticket in this repository. Please remember to always add your full About info when opening a ticket (and make sure you're using the latest version of the addon). Feature requests can also be requested in this repository. Please consider logging into the FreeCAD forum thread dedicated to the FEMbyGEN addon to discuss your ideas with the devs.
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