Design scenarios are ignored by optimization
studies. All studies referenced in defining constraints and the objective
must belong to the same configuration.An optimization study requires the creation of at least one initial study. Initial studies represent the basis of the optimization study. During each optimization loop, the program runs these studies with modified dimensions. The required initial studies depend on the objective function and the constraints you select.
For example, while an objective function to minimize the volume or weight does not require an initial study of a particular type, an objective function to minimize the frequency requires an initial frequency study.
The same rule applies to constraints. Each constraint you specify must be associated with a compatible initial study. For example, to define constraints on stress, frequency, and temperature, you must define static, frequency, and thermal studies, respectively.
Design scenarios are ignored by optimization
studies. All studies referenced in defining constraints and the objective
must belong to the same configuration.
After creating your model and dimensioning it to the best of your knowledge, create the initial studies and define their properties, materials, loads, and restraints. It is not recommended to use more than one study of the same type in an optimization problem.