Level set-based isogeometric topology optimization for maximizing fundamental eigenfrequency

Maximizing the fundamental eigenfrequency is an efficient means for vibrating structures to avoid resonance and noises.In this study,we develop an isogeometric analysis(IGA)-based level set model for the fonnulation and solution of topology optimization in cases with maximum eigenfrequency.The proposed method is based on a combination of level set method and IGA technique,which uses the non-uniform rational B-spline(NURBS),description of geometry,to perfonn analysis.The same NURBS is used for geometry representation,but also for IGA-based dynamic analysis and parameterization of the level set surface,that is,the level set function.The method is applied to topology optimization problems of maximizing the fundamental eigenfrequency for a given amount of material.A modal track method,that monitors a single target eigenmode is employed to prevent the exchange of eigenmode order number in eigenfrequency optimization.The validity and efficiency of the proposed method are illustrated by benchmark examples.