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A decomposition-based design optimization method with applicationsA two-level design optimization metholology is described. A progress report of its application to Printed Wiring Board (PWB) assembly examples is given. The design of PWB assemblies is a complex task which is generally conducted as a sequential process. Individual PWBs are usually designed first, followed by the composition of the PWBs into an assembly. As a result, optimizing design considerations such as assembly reliability cannot be accomplished. This study showed that a two-level decomposition method can be employed to optimize for reliability at both the PWB- and the assembly-level in a coupled manner. The two-level decomposition method also resolved the mixed-integer nonlinear programming nature of the problem rather easily.
Document ID
19890015833
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Azarm, Shapour (Maryland Univ. College Park, MD, United States)
Pecht, M. (Maryland Univ. College Park, MD, United States)
Li, W.-C. (Maryland Univ. College Park, MD, United States)
Praharaj, S. (Maryland Univ. College Park, MD, United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1989
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Langley Research Center, Recent Advances in Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization, Part 3
Subject Category
Structural Mechanics
Accession Number
89N25204
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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