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Objective: A function of the design variables that the designer wishes to minimize or maximize. If there exists more than one objective, the objectives have to be combined mathematically into a single objective. Symbolized by Φ.
Optimal design: The methodology of using mathematical optimization tools to improve a design iteratively with the objective of finding the ‘best’ design in terms of predetermined criteria.