Bracket Topology Optimization & Static Structural FEA

Topology optimization and static structural verification of a multi-lug bracket under static loading in ANSYS Mechanical and SpaceClaim. The density map identified the primary load paths and removable material, and the optimized geometry was checked for stiffness and strength: maximum displacement of about 0.179 mm and peak von Mises stress of about 73 MPa under the defined load case. The faceted optimization output was then repaired and smoothed in SpaceClaim to make it ready for CAD.