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Simulations for complex physics are important to many scientific and engineering fields but traditional simulators are often limited by their computational cost. We are using scientific machine learning and efficient finite element methods together to advance computational mechanics to enhance our understanding on various mechanical systems and expediting the analysis and design process.
AI-powered Multiphysics Simulation
Addressing the complexities of multiphysics systems necessitates the resolution of coupled partial differential equations (PDEs), which presents significant challenges in mathematical formulation, numerical analysis, algorithm design, and software engineering. Recent advances in machine learning have enabled novel approaches to these challenges. We have developed physics-informed neural network architectures designed to efficiently navigate the intricacies of multiphysics simulations involving electromechanical coupling. This method facilitates highly unified and flexible solution strategies for coupled nonlinear phenomena with which conventional methods has struggled, substantially streamlining the simulation of complex multiphysics systems.
Publications
- *Seung-Woo Lee, *Chien Truong-Quoc, Youngmin Ro, and Do-Nyun Kim. "Adversarial deep energy method for solving saddle point problems involving dielectric elastomers." Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering (2024).
- Iksu Jeong, Maenghyo Cho, Hayoung Chung, and Do-Nyun Kim. "Data-driven nonparametric identification of material behavior based on physics-informed neural network with full-field data." Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering (2024).
- *Yunhyoung Nam, *Youngkyung Do, Jaehoon Kim, Heonyoung Lee, and Do-Nyun Kim. "A hybrid framework to predict ski jumping forces by combining data-driven pose estimation and model-based force calculation." European Journal of Sport Science (2023).
AI-powered Computational Design
Topology optimization searches for the optimal structure that satisfies the given constraints, but it is limited by the computationally expensive and time-consuming nature of iterative finite element (FE) analysis. This study proposes a deep learning-based image super-resolution method to accelerate structural topology optimization. First, we start the topology optimization at a low resolution to quickly obtain the optimized structure, and then convert it to a higher resolution structure using an image super-resolution model. Next, using the converted structure as the initial configuration, topology optimization is carried out at this higher resolution to obtain the final structure. In this way, the topology optimization process can be reduced significantly.
Publications- *Jaekyung Lim, *Kyusoon Jung, Youngsuk Jung, and Do-Nyun Kim. "Accelerating topology optimization using deep learning-based image super-resolution." Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence (2024).
- *Jieun Park, *Jeong Min Hur, Soyeon Park, Do-Nyun Kim, and Gunwoo Noh. "Auxetic pattern design for concentric-tube robots using an active DNN-metaheuristics optimization." Thin-Walled Structures (2024).
Enriched Finite Element Analysis
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) serves as an effective numerical tool for addressing engineering problems. For complicate problems, however, it is essential to devote considerable attention to mesh generation and the choice of element types. For example, it is important to employ higher-order elements to circumvent solution instability in incompressible analysis. In wave analysis, ensuring mesh refinement, particularly around the wave-affected regions, is crucial for the accuracy of solutions. However, the employment of refined meshes can be resource-demanding, and adaptive mesh refinement throughout the analysis process may require substantial effort. To address these difficulties, we are advancing the development of enriched finite elements, tailored for incompressible and wave analysis, as well as other domains where conventional FEM may fall short.
Publications
- Giseok Yun and Do-Nyun Kim. "Accelerating continuum-based protein dynamics simulation using three-dimensional mixed overlapping element." Under Review.
- Giseok Yun, Jeehwan Lee, and Do-Nyun Kim. "Stability of mixed overlapping elements in incompressible analysis." Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering (2023).
- Namkyu Kim, Giseok Yun, and Do-Nyun Kim. "Overlapping finite element analysis for structures under thermal loads with spatially varying gradients." Journal of Mechanical Science and Technology (2022).
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