Special Topics in Structural Dynamics & Experimental Techniques, Volume 5

Proceedings of the 38th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics 2020

David S. Epp

• Publisher: River Publishers
• Year: 2025
• eBook ISBN:
  9781040602386
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• Index: Technology & Engineering

Special Topics in Structural Dynamics & Experimental Techniques, Volume 5: Proceedings of the 38th MAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2020, the fifth volume of eight from the Conference brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. The collection presents early findings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of Structural Dynamics, including papers on:

Analytical Methods
Emerging Technologies for Structural Dynamics
Engineering Extremes
Experimental Techniques
Finite Element Techniques
General Topics.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Series Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Preface
• Table of Contents
• Chapter 1 Benfield-Hruda Damping and Residual Vectors
• Chapter 2 Harmonic Forcing of Damped Non-homogeneous Euler-Bernoulli Beams
• Chapter 3 Characterization of Fatigue in Integrated Tuned Mass-Dampers
• Chapter 4 Dynamic Identification of Masonry Arch Bridges Using Multiple Methodologies
• Chapter 5 Using Impact Testing for Production Quality Control
• Chapter 6 A Tutorial on Analysis Techniques for Deriving Mechanical Shock and Vibration Environmental Specifications from Field Data
• Chapter 7 Design and Characterization of a Multi-purpose Duffing Oscillator with Flexible Parameter Selection
• Chapter 8 Modeling Viscoelastic Behavior in Transient Analyses
• Chapter 9 Extensions to NIFO and CRP to Estimate Frequency-Independent Nonlinear Parameters
• Chapter 10 System Characterization and Design Using Mechanical Impedance Representations
• Chapter 11 Analysis of Full-Field Response from a Multi-Shaker Test
• Chapter 12 Calibration of Shaker Electro-mechanical Models
• Chapter 13 A Low-Cost Excitation System for Operational Modal Analysis (OMA)
• Chapter 14 Reconciling the Difference Between Test and Real Environments: Improving Fixture Design Based on Modal Strain
• Chapter 15 A Video-Based Course on Random Vibrations
• Chapter 16 Vibration-Based Non-Destructive Techniques for a 3-Level Characterization of Damages in Cables
• Chapter 17 Power Grid Time Synchronization for Phase-Sensitive Vibration Measurements
• Chapter 18 Transmission Simulator Based MIMO Response Reconstruction for Vehicle Subcomponents
• Chapter 19 Exploring Uncertainties in Multi-Input-Multi-Output (MIMO) Testing
• Chapter 20 Experimental Evaluation of the Inertia Properties of Large Diesel Engines
• Chapter 21 Dynamic Performance and Uncertainty Analysis of a Piezometaelastic Structure for Vibration Control and Energy Harvesting
• Chapter 22 Assessing Predictive Capabilities for Nonlinear Dynamic Structural Responses
• Chapter 23 Identify Loose Footings of Machines Using Model Updating-Based Method
• Chapter 24 Bayesian Finite Element Model Updating Using a Population Markov Chain Monte Carlo Algorithm
• Chapter 25 Modal Analysis of the Box Assembly with Removable Component in Two Configurations
• Chapter 26 Using the SWAT Method for Reconstructing Forces on a Drop Shock Table to Better Inform Finite Element Simulations
• Chapter 27 Pointless Grading and Digital Content Delivery as Educational Differentiators: A Case Study for Noise and Vibration Courses
• Chapter 28 Toward Extracting Multidimensional Kinematics from SWIFT Experiments
• Chapter 29 An Acceleration-Based Approach to Force Limiting a Random Vibration Test
• Chapter 30 Frequency Based Substructuring on Resonant Plate
• Chapter 31 A Data-Driven Approach to the Impedance Matched Multi-Axis Test Method
• Chapter 32 An Automated Topology Optimization Platform Through a Collaborative Project Between Academia and Industry
• Chapter 33 Shaker-Amplifier System Characterization