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Application of Genetic Algorithm to Aesthetic Design of Bridge Structures
Author(s) -
Furuta Hitoshi,
Maeda Kenji,
Watanabe Eiichi
Publication year - 1995
Publication title -
computer‐aided civil and infrastructure engineering
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.773
H-Index - 82
eISSN - 1467-8667
pISSN - 1093-9687
DOI - 10.1111/j.1467-8667.1995.tb00301.x
Subject(s) - bridge (graph theory) , computer science , genetic algorithm , computer graphics , plan (archaeology) , graphics , computer aided design , engineering drawing , algorithm , artificial intelligence , computer graphics (images) , engineering , machine learning , medicine , archaeology , operating system , history
In this paper, paying attention to the steps of making a master plan and evaluating configurations and views for aesthetic design of bridge structures, an attempt is made to develop a decision‐making supporting system. The present system is based on a genetic algorithm and computer graphics. Genetic algorithms are applicable to produce many design alternatives, whereas computer graphics are useful to prepare their view simulations. In order to evaluate the alternatives, the concept of a psychovector is used to quantify the aesthetic factors of bridge structures. A numerical example of choosing the type and shape of an arched bridge is presented to demonstrate the applicability of the system developed here.