Evolutionary algorithms as a tool for shielding design

Abstract

The paper deals with the shielding enclosure design using evolutionary algorithms without predetermined conditions. The designed shield consists of an array of elements that represent conductive or non-conductive parts. The expected output is to design a shield with sufficient balance between shielding effectiveness and transparency in systems that need an optical line of sight. The wide frequency transparent shielding design is a complex task that researchers so far mostly solved by composite polymers. The authors use a different approach using traditional conductive material and element folding technology. Element assembly is performed by an evolutionary algorithm that decides the properties of the material used and creates the optimal structure to achieve the desired results. The paper describes the design concept for planar shielding with metaheuristics and the preliminary results.