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Fundamentals of optimum design in engineering
Provides a self-contained exposition to the subject of design optimization. Facilitates the use of optimization techniques for different problems. Basic concepts of optimality conditions and numerical methods are described with simple and practical examples. Emphasis is given on producing economical design using optimization software. As reliable and design softwares are easily available, now is the time to concentrate on producing not only safe designs but also to produce economical designs. Standard softwares are available. But to use them confidently design engineers should have basic knowledge of optimization like mathematical formulation and suitability and limitation of the software. Hence nowadays design engineers must undergo a basic course in optimization. With this aim the author has written the book and hopes that students and faculty will accept it as useful textbook in engineering design.
Preface to the first edition -- Acknowledgement -- Introduction to optimization -- Mathematical programming methods -- Classical optimization techniques -- Linear programming -- One dimensional unconstrained search techniques -- Unconstrained multidimensional optimization techniques -- Feasible direction method -- Sequential unconstrained minimization techniques -- Sequential linear programming -- Dynamic programming -- Introduction to geometric programming -- Genetic algorithm -- Use of artificial neural networks in optimization -- Optimization in fuzzy environment -- Optimization of reinforced cement concrete structures -- Optimum design of steel structures -- Optimum shape design of mechanical components.
S. S. Bhavikatti, Emeritus Fellow, Ex-professor and dean, NITK Surathkal, Karnataka, India.