Abstract
The purpose of this study is to design the initial shape of doubly curved hull surfaces. In this paper, the development method of the hull surfaces was suggested by minimizing potential energy between initial and final shapes. In order to do this, the values of strains and stresses were defined through finite element analysis and genetic algorithm was used to estimate the initial shape which is the state of minimum potential energy. Validity of the prediction method was verified by comparing the estimated contour lengths with those obtained by the commercial software for sheet metal forming. It was founded that the established prediction method using genetic algorithms would enable to determine the initial contour of the doubly curved surfaces with maximum deviation of 0.7%.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
