Research Article

Multipoint and Multiobjective Optimization of a Centrifugal Compressor Impeller Based on Genetic Algorithm

Table 3

Active variable numbers, range of variations, and constraints in initial design space.

Active variable numberRange of variation

Hub7, 8, 9, 10, 11
20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Shroud29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34
37, 38, 39, 40
Full root44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50
Full tip51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58
Splitter root59, 60, 61, 62, 63
Splitter tip 64, 65, 66, 67, 68

Constraints. Inactive variables are unchanged in the optimization. Diffuser inclination against radial equals 13 deg. Shaft speed is 50000 rpm.