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Recent Advances on the Mechanical Behaviour of Materials Computational Modelling, Theory, and Experiments
This book is a collection of papers presented at the 14th International Conference on the Mechanical Behavior of Materials (ICM-14) held in Santiago,...
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Geometric Nonlinearity in Structural Behavior Evaluating Analytical Processes
This book provides a fundamental understanding of the analytic process involved in solving complex problems, such as the influence of geometric...
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Dynamic Substructures, Volume 4 Proceedings of the 41st IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics 2023
Dynamics of Coupled Structures, Volume 4: Proceedings of the 41st IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2023, the fourth volume of...
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Structural Stability and Its Computational Modelling
The volume showcases how basic formulation and solution methods can be used for an improved understanding of stability-affected structures. It also...
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Recent Advances in Structural Health Monitoring and Engineering Structures Select Proceedings of SHM&ES 2023
This book presents the select proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Structural Health Monitoring & Engineering Structures (SHM&ES 2023)....
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Methodology
This chapter discusses two main design strategies used for truss topology optimization: the two-stage approach and the single-stage approach. The...
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Validation
This chapter introduces a rigorous validation process for finite element analysis (FEA) outcomes utilizing both the MATLAB and ANSYS software...
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Topology and Size Optimization
In this particular chapter, we will be focusing on a method called truss topology optimization. This method aims to optimize both the topology and...
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The FORCE Matrix Method—Theoretical Development
The equilibrium equations can be expressed in Matrix Form as.
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Shaker Capability Estimation Through Experimental Dynamic Substructuring
Electrodynamic shaker systems are a staple in shock and vibration environments testing, yet the specific performance limits of these systems are not...
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Operational Analysis of a Structure with Intermittent Impact
Modal characterization of a structure is necessary to inform predictive simulation models. Unfortunately, cost and schedule limitations tend to...
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Modal Analysis of a Coilable Composite Tape Spring Boom with Parabolic Cross Section
The need for using extendable booms to deploy payloads, solar sails, and antennas is ever increasing. Their inclusion in future space missions can...
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Comparison of Two Possible Dynamic Models for Gear Dynamic Analysis
Several gear dynamics models are available in the literature, each with its unique application. In this chapter, a comparison between two models will...
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Simulating Nonlinear Beating Phenomena Induced by Dry Friction in Dynamic Systems
Self-excitation and beating phenomena are the result of nonlinear constitutive behavior of vibrating structures with nonlinear components. These...
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Bypassing the Repeatability Issue in Nonlinear Experimental Modal Analysis of Jointed Structures by Using the RCT-HFS Framework
Mechanical joints, which are indispensable for almost all mechanical systems, are often an important source of nonlinearity due to frictional,...
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Importance of Virtual Sensing and Model Reduction in the Structural Identification of Bolted Assemblies
Creating mathematical models of mechanical structures with bolted joints is still a challenging topic, which is the base of ongoing research efforts...
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Characterizing the Dynamic Response of a Foam-Based Testbed with Material, Geometric, and Experimental Uncertainties
Closed-cell polymer foams are commonly employed as support structures to absorb shock and vibration in mechanical systems. Engineering analysts...
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Improving Dynamic Characteristics of Strain Gauge Load Cells Using Additive Manufacturing
Additive manufacturing is becoming more popular in the rapid prototy** of sensors, even for force transducers like load cells. These transducers...
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Damage Identification for Beam-Like Structures Based on Physics-Informed Neural Networks
Damage in a beam-like structure due to decreases in its stiffness and/or mass can cause local anomalies in its flexural guided wavefield at locations...
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Application of Synchronous Averaging for Detecting Defects of a Gearbox
Condition monitoring of gearboxes in industrial settings is often based on trending vibration levels at gearmesh frequencies and sideband frequencies...