Topology Optimization and Static Structural Analysis of Modified Rigid Flange Coupling using NX

Abstract

In recent years, Topology Optimization (TO) application has increased to develop design parts with high-performance while having lower weight than the conventional part. In industry, Siemens NX, one of the most widely used tool for designing purpose, is easy to use, suitable for general engineering and the most demanding CAE expert. This article aims to use NX for topology optimization to reduce the material cost by reducing the mass of the coupling. Article focous on the design of a modified rigid flange coupling in NX and performed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) in NX integrated Simcenter 3D for design validation. Topology Optimization in NX is used to reduce the mass of the coupling by applying the design constraints and load cases. The investigation results show that TO has reduced the flange’s 40-45 % mass. Thus, reducing the material cost to a greater extent.