Topology Optimisation for Active Mechanical Structures. The project aims to develop novel design approaches for active mechanical structures capable of responding to diverse external stimuli. It addre

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Topology Optimisation for Active Mechanical Structures. The project aims to develop novel design approaches for active mechanical structures capable of responding to diverse external stimuli. It addresses a critical methodological gap in “inverse design” of active structures by creating new topology optimisation algorithms within a nonlinearly coupled multiphysics context, enabling to attain programmable mechanical behaviours. The research will establish a systematic design framework, significantly enhancing our ability to develop advanced active structures. The proposed methodology and novel designs promise transformative applications in soft robots, wearable devices, adaptive actuators, smart implants, with potential to drive technological innovation and deliver broad socioeconomic benefits.. Scheme: Discovery Projects. Field: 4017 - Mechanical Engineering. Lead: Prof Qing Li