Fibre distribution optimisation in fibre-reinforced composites by a genetic algorithm

The optimal fibres distribution in FRC is obtained by using a Genetic Algorithm and by searching the extreme values of a given objective function: the design optimisation of the FRC fibre's distribution considered in the present study takes into account the maximisation of some mechanical desired performance of the structure while keeping constant the total fibre's content (optimal constrained problem). The proposed mechanical model with the optimisation algorithm is implemented in a FE code and some numerical simulations are performed in order to assess its reliability in material's design composition with respect to some expected optimal performance.