896 pages - Publisher: Academic Press; 3rd edition (August, 2011) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0123813751 - ISBN-13: 978-0123813756Introduction to Optimum Design 3e describes an organized approach to engineering design optimization in a rigorous yet simplified manner. It illustrates various concepts and procedures with simple examples and demonstrates their applicability to engineering design problems. Formulation of a design problem as an optimization problem is emphasized and illustrated throughout the text. Excel and MATLAB® are featured as learning and teaching aids. Basic concepts of optimality conditions and numerical methods are described with simple and practical examples, making the material highly teachable and learnable. + Includes applications of optimization methods for structural, mechanical, aerospace, and industrial engineering problems. + Introduction to MATLAB Optimization Toolbox. + Practical design examples introduce students to the use of optimization methods early in the book. + New example problems throughout the text are enhanced with detailed illustrations. + Optimum design with Excel Solver has been expanded into a full chapter. + New chapter on several advanced optimum design topics serves the needs of instructors who teach more advanced courses.