Random Vibration Of Structures

Author : Zongyuan Yang
Publisher : Wiley-Interscience
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Random vibration
ISBN : UCAL:B4526127

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Random Vibration of Structures by Zongyuan Yang Pdf

A basic text emphasizing engineering concepts and methods of analysis used in the design of structures subjected to dynamic environmental loads, such as earthquake ground motions, ocean surface wave forces and severe storm wind pressures. Approaches randomness or uncertainty in loads through probabilistic and statistical methods using simple engineering terms with a minimum amount of advanced mathematics. Among the topics discussed are several new areas of interest to engineers: random load modelling, time dependent random loads, continuous structural systems, and nonlinear structures. Includes numerous engineering examples and exercises.

Author : Loren D. Lutes,Shahram Sarkani
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 652 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780750677653

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Random Vibrations by Loren D. Lutes,Shahram Sarkani Pdf

The topic of Random Vibrations is the behavior of structural and mechanical systems when they are subjected to unpredictable, or random, vibrations. These vibrations may arise from natural phenomena such as earthquakes or wind, or from human-controlled causes such as the stresses placed on aircraft at takeoff and landing. Study and mastery of this topic enables engineers to design and maintain structures capable of withstanding random vibrations, thereby protecting human life. Random Vibrations will lead readers in a user-friendly fashion to a thorough understanding of vibrations of linear and nonlinear systems that undergo stochastic-random-excitation. Provides over 150 worked out example problems and, along with over 225 exercises, illustrates concepts with true-to-life engineering design problems Offers intuitive explanations of concepts within a context of mathematical rigor and relatively advanced analysis techniques. Essential for self-study by practicing engineers, and for instruction in the classroom.

Author : Zach Liang,George C. Lee
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 661 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781498702379

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Random Vibration by Zach Liang,George C. Lee Pdf

Focuses on the Basic Methodologies Needed to Handle Random ProcessesAfter determining that most textbooks on random vibrations are mathematically intensive and often too difficult for students to fully digest in a single course, the authors of Random Vibration: Mechanical, Structural, and Earthquake Engineering Applications decided to revise the cu

Author : J. Jaap Wijker
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 517 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2009-08-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789048127283

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Random Vibrations in Spacecraft Structures Design by J. Jaap Wijker Pdf

Random Vibration in Spacecraft Structures Design is based on the lecture notes "Spacecraft structures" and "Special topics concerning vibration in spacecraft structures" from courses given at Delft University of Technology. The monograph, which deals with low and high frequency mechanical, acoustic random vibrations is of interest to graduate students and engineers working in aerospace engineering, particularly in spacecraft and launch vehicle structures design.

Author : Loren D. Lutes,Shahram Sarkani
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2004-01-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080470030

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Random Vibrations by Loren D. Lutes,Shahram Sarkani Pdf

The topic of Random Vibrations is the behavior of structural and mechanical systems when they are subjected to unpredictable, or random, vibrations. These vibrations may arise from natural phenomena such as earthquakes or wind, or from human-controlled causes such as the stresses placed on aircraft at takeoff and landing. Study and mastery of this topic enables engineers to design and maintain structures capable of withstanding random vibrations, thereby protecting human life. Random Vibrations will lead readers in a user-friendly fashion to a thorough understanding of vibrations of linear and nonlinear systems that undergo stochastic—random—excitation. Provides over 150 worked out example problems and, along with over 225 exercises, illustrates concepts with true-to-life engineering design problems Offers intuitive explanations of concepts within a context of mathematical rigor and relatively advanced analysis techniques. Essential for self-study by practicing engineers, and for instruction in the classroom.

Author : T. T. Soong,Mircea Grigoriu
Publisher : Prentice Hall
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : UOM:39015050009409

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Random Vibration of Mechanical and Structural Systems by T. T. Soong,Mircea Grigoriu Pdf

Addressing random vibration of mechanical and structural systems, this work offers techniques for determining probabilistic characteristics of the response of dynamic systems subjected to random loads or inputs and for calculating probabilities related to system performance or reliability.

Author : Douglas Thorby
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 419 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2008-01-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080557151

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Structural Dynamics and Vibration in Practice by Douglas Thorby Pdf

This straightforward text, primer and reference introduces the theoretical, testing and control aspects of structural dynamics and vibration, as practised in industry today. Written by an expert engineer of over 40 years experience, the book comprehensively opens up the dynamic behavior of structures and provides engineers and students with a comprehensive practice based understanding of the key aspects of this key engineering topic. Written with the needs of engineers of a wide range of backgrounds in mind, this book will be a key resource for those studying structural dynamics and vibration at undergraduate level for the first time in aeronautical, mechanical, civil and automotive engineering. It will be ideal for laboratory classes and as a primer for readers returning to the subject, or coming to it fresh at graduate level. It is a guide for students to keep and for practicing engineers to refer to: its worked example approach ensures that engineers will turn to Thorby for advice in many engineering situations. Presents students and practitioners in all branches of engineering with a unique structural dynamics resource and primer, covering practical approaches to vibration engineering while remaining grounded in the theory of the topic Written by a leading industry expert, with a worked example lead approach for clarity and ease of understanding Makes the topic as easy to read as possible, omitting no steps in the development of the subject; covers computer based techniques and finite elements

Author : C. Beards
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1996-05-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780080518053

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Structural Vibration by C. Beards Pdf

Many structures suffer from unwanted vibrations and, although careful analysis at the design stage can minimise these, the vibration levels of many structures are excessive. In this book the entire range of methods of control, both by damping and by excitation, is described in a single volume.Clear and concise descriptions are given of the techniques for mathematically modelling real structures so that the equations which describe the motion of such structures can be derived. This approach leads to a comprehensive discussion of the analysis of typical models of vibrating structures excited by a range of periodic and random inputs. Careful consideration is also given to the sources of excitation, both internal and external, and the effects of isolation and transmissability. A major part of the book is devoted to damping of structures and many sources of damping are considered, as are the ways of changing damping using both active and passive methods. The numerous worked examples liberally distributed throughout the text, amplify and clarify the theoretical analysis presented. Particular attention is paid to the meaning and interpretation of results, further enhancing the scope and applications of analysis. Over 80 problems are included with answers and worked solutions to most. This book provides engineering students, designers and professional engineers with a detailed insight into the principles involved in the analysis and damping of structural vibration while presenting a sound theoretical basis for further study. Suitable for students of engineering to first degree level and for designers and practising engineersNumerous worked examplesClear and easy to follow

Author : J. Jaap Wijker
Publisher : Springer
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2009-08-29
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9048127297

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Random Vibrations in Spacecraft Structures Design by J. Jaap Wijker Pdf

Random Vibration in Spacecraft Structures Design is based on the lecture notes "Spacecraft structures" and "Special topics concerning vibration in spacecraft structures" from courses given at Delft University of Technology. The monograph, which deals with low and high frequency mechanical, acoustic random vibrations is of interest to graduate students and engineers working in aerospace engineering, particularly in spacecraft and launch vehicle structures design.

Author : Giora Maymon
Publisher : AIAA
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Random vibration
ISBN : 1600864309

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Some Engineering Applications in Random Vibrations & Random Structures by Giora Maymon Pdf

Annotation This text synthesizes a wealth of useful information for analyzing random vibrations and structures into one coherent body of knowledge. It takes a practical yet progressive look at two major fields related to random analysis: linear and geometrically nonlinear structures, and the behavior of random structures under random loads. System harmonics and oscillations, random functions, and the theory of random vibration are covered extensively throughout the text, which includes innovative methods for calculating the probability of failure for dynamic systems. Simplified examples demonstrate applications for daily use and present new approaches to failure analysis. The author evaluates the use of random process methods for the stochastic analysis of crack growth in detail, providing a better description of failures resulting from crack propagation. For young engineers, the book touches on finite element programs such as ANSYS and the probabilistic analysis program PROBAN, facilitating solutions to more complex problems. It also illustrates how to write a FORTRAN program to build a numerical procedure suitable for the design needs.

Author : Jaap Wijker
Publisher : Springer
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2018-01-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319731148

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Miles' Equation in Random Vibrations by Jaap Wijker Pdf

This book discusses the theory, applicability and numerous examples of Miles’ equation in detail. Random vibration is one of the main design drivers in the context of the design, development and verification of spacecraft structures, instruments, equipment, etc, and Miles’ equation provides a valuable tool for solving random vibration problems. It allows mechanical engineers to make rapid preliminary random response predictions when the (complex) structure is exposed to mechanical and acoustical loads. The book includes appendices to support the theory and applications in the main chapters.

Author : C.A. Brebbia,H. Tottenham,G.B. Warburton,J.M. Wilson,R.R. Wilson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2013-04-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642823909

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Vibrations of Engineering Structures by C.A. Brebbia,H. Tottenham,G.B. Warburton,J.M. Wilson,R.R. Wilson Pdf

The increasing size and complexity of new structural forces in engineering have made it necessary for designers to be aware of their dynamic behaviour. Dynamics is a subject which has traditionally been poorly taught in most engineering courses. This book was conceived as a way of providing engineers with a deeper knowledge of dynamic analysis and of indicating to them how some of the new vibrations problems can be solved. The authors start from basic principles to end up with the latest random vibration applications. The book originated 1n a week course given annually by the authors at the Computational Mechanics Centre, Ashurst Lodge, Southampton, England. Special care was taken to ensure continuity in the text and notations. Southampton 1984 CONTENTS Page Foreword Chapter 1 Introduction to Vibration 1. Introductory Remarks 1 2. Single Degree of Freedom Systems: Equations of Motion and Types of Problem 2 3. Response 6 4. General Structures: Equations of Motion 11 5. Response 15 6. Dynamic Interaction Problems 20 Chapter 2 Free Vibration, Resonance and Damping l. Introduction 25 25 2. Spring-Mass System 3. Simple Pendulum 27 4. Beam with Central Load 28 5. Rolling of a Ship 28 6. Springs in Parallel 30 7. Springs in Series 30 8. Free Vibration 31 9. Energy of Vibrating System 33 10. Damped Free Vibration 34 11. Undamped Forced Response 38 12. Damped Forced Response 39 13. Undamped Transient Vibration 42 14. Damped Transient Vibration 43 15.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:636718473

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Random vibration and reliability of composite structures by Anonim Pdf

Author : André Preumont
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2014-07-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789400763838

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Twelve Lectures on Structural Dynamics by André Preumont Pdf

This text addresses the modeling of vibrating systems with the perspective of finding the model of minimum complexity which accounts for the physics of the phenomena at play. The first half of the book (Ch.1-6) deals with the dynamics of discrete and continuous mechanical systems; the classical approach emphasizes the use of Lagrange's equations. The second half of the book (Ch.7-12) deals with more advanced topics, rarely encountered in the existing literature: seismic excitation, random vibration (including fatigue), rotor dynamics, vibration isolation and dynamic vibration absorbers; the final chapter is an introduction to active control of vibrations. The first part of this text may be used as a one semester course for 3rd year students in Mechanical, Aerospace or Civil Engineering. The second part of the text is intended for graduate classes. A set of problems is provided at the end of every chapter. The author has a 35 years experience in various aspects of Structural dynamics, both in industry (nuclear and aerospace) and in academia; he was one of the pioneers in the field of active structures. He is the author of several books on random vibration, active structures and structural control.

Author : V.V. Bolotin
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2010-12-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9048182808

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Random vibrations of elastic systems by V.V. Bolotin Pdf

The subject of random vibrations of elastic systems has gained, over the past decades, great importance, specifically due to its relevance to technical problems in hydro- and aero-mechanics. Such problems involve aircraft, rockets and oil-drilling platforms; elastic vibrations of structures caused by acoustic radiation of a jet stream and by seismic disturbances must also be included. Appli cations of the theory of random vibrations are indeed numerous and the development of this theory poses a challenge to mathematicians, mechanicists and engineers. Therefore, a book on random vibrations by a leading authority such as Dr. V.V. Bolotin must be very welcome to anybody working in this field. It is not surprising that efforts were soon made to have the book translated into English. With pleasure I acknowledge the co-operation of the very competent translater, I Shenkman; of Mrs. C. Jones, who typeJ the first draft; and of Th. Brunsting, P. Keskikiikonen and R. Piche, who read it and suggested where required, corrections and changes. I express my gratitude to Martinus Nijhoff Publishers BV for entrust ing me with the task of editing the English translation, and to F.J. van Drunen, publishers of N. Nijhoff Publishers BV, who so kindly supported my endeavours. Special acknowledgement is due to Mrs. L. Strouth, Solid Mechanics Division, University of Waterloo, for her competent and efficient preparation of the final manuscript.