Application of Topology Optimization and Shape ...（应用拓扑优化和形状）.pdf

NTN TECHNICAL REVIEW No.73 2005 Technical Article Application of Topology Optimization and Shape Optimization for Development of Hub-Bearing Lightening Haruo NAGATANI Tsuyoshi NIWA From the perspective of global environmental protection and conservation of resources, the development of lighter automobile parts for fuel cost savings is a worldwide initiative. In this abstract, we seek the ultra-lightweight Hub-Bearing, and succeed in its development. In the development of this product, two optimization methods are used: First is a topology optimization; the second is shape optimization. We introduce the process of the development by explaining the two optimization methods shown above. the lightest in the world. In the initial stage of 1. Introduction development, a prototype hub bearing weighing 1.3 kg The enactment of the US CAFE (Corporate Average failed a durability test, while one weighing 1.4 kg, Fuel Economy) regulations in 1975 triggered illustrated in Fig. 1, succeeded in achieving functional increased demand for lightweight designs for every targets including for mechanical strength. This result automotive component. Lighter components lead to marked the starting point of our analysis for optimal better automobile fuel efficiency, which in turn bearing shape. contributes to energy conservation and global environmental preservation. In manufacturing industries,