scholarly journals A Structured Approach to Solve the Inverse Eigenvalue Problem for a Beam with Added Mass

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farhad Mir Hosseini ◽  
Natalie Baddour
Keyword(s):  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Inverse Eigenvalue Problem ◽  
Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Combined System ◽  
Vibrational System ◽  
Single Mass ◽  
Inverse Eigenvalue ◽  
Euler Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Structured Approach

The problem of determining the eigenvalues of a vibrational system having multiple lumped attachments has been investigated extensively. However, most of the research conducted in this field focuses on determining the natural frequencies of the combined system assuming that the characteristics of the combined vibrational system are known (forward problem). A problem of great interest from the point of view of engineering design is the ability to impose certain frequencies on the vibrational system or to avoid certain frequencies by modifying the characteristics of the vibrational system (inverse problem). In this paper, a method to impose two natural frequencies on a dynamical system consisting of an Euler-Bernoulli beam and carrying a single mass attachment is evaluated.

Natural frequencies of Euler-Bernoulli beam with open cracks on elastic foundations

2006 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 467-472 ◽  
Author(s):  
Youngjae Shin ◽  
Jonghak Yun ◽  
Kyeongyoun Seong ◽  
Jaeho Kim ◽  
Sunghwang Kang
Keyword(s):  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Elastic Foundations ◽  
Euler Bernoulli Beam

An Exact Solution for the Natural Frequencies of Flexible Beams Undergoing Overall Motions

2003 ◽  
Vol 9 (11) ◽  
pp. 1221-1229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali H Nayfeh ◽  
S.A. Emam ◽  
Sergio Preidikman ◽  
D.T. Mook
Keyword(s):  
Exact Solution ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Beam Theory ◽  
Free Vibrations ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Flexible Beam ◽  
Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Flexible Beams ◽  
Euler Bernoulli Beam

We investigate the free vibrations of a flexible beam undergoing an overall two-dimensional motion. The beam is modeled using the Euler-Bernoulli beam theory. An exact solution for the natural frequencies and corresponding mode shapes of the beam is obtained. The model can be extended to beams undergoing three-dimensional motions.

Effects of Different Models on Natural Frequencies of Short Span Bridges Used in High Speed Rail

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Said I. Nour ◽  
Mohsen A. Issa
Keyword(s):  
Timoshenko Beam ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Bernoulli Beam ◽  
High Speed Rail ◽  
Vertical Stiffness ◽  
Short Span ◽  
Elastically Supported ◽  
Euler Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Track Modulus

The natural frequencies of vibration of short span bridges used in high-speed rail were investigated. Three different models of increasing complexity were evaluated and their effects on the vibration frequency were compared to the first basic model of simply supported Euler-Bernoulli beam. In the second and third cases, the bridge was modeled as an Euler-Bernoulli and Timoshenko beam supported at its two ends by identical spring elements with an equivalent vertical stiffness to simulate elastomeric bearings and soil foundation. The boundary value problem was solved numerically to extract the bridge eigenfrequencies. In the case of Euler-Bernoulli beam, curve fitting techniques were used to deduce accurate simple empirical formulae to calculate the first six natural frequencies of an elastically supported bridge. In the case of a Timoshenko beam, graphical solutions were proposed to compute the fundamental frequency. Results confirmed that the use of Timoshenko beam theory reduces the natural frequency and the consideration of flexible supports further decreases the natural frequency. In the fourth model, the interaction of the track and the bridge was included. The bridge was modeled as an elastically supported beam and the track was modeled as a spring-damper element with an equivalent vertical stiffness resulting from track components like rail pads, cross-ties and ballast. A parametric study was performed to analyze the effects of the track stiffness on the natural frequencies of the bridge. Graphical solutions were presented to quantify the change of the normalized natural frequencies of the system with the increase in the track modulus. Results indicated that the changes in the track modulus have no significant effects in models with rigid supports. A decrease in the fundamental frequency was noticeable with softer track modulus as the support flexibility increased.

scholarly journals An Accurate Estimation of the Eigenfrequency of an Offshore Wind Turbine Considered as the Stepped Euler-Bernoulli Beam in Three-Spring Flexible Foundation Using the Power Series Method

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Mouafo Teifouet Armand Robinson ◽  
Zhenyu Wang
Keyword(s):  
Power Series ◽  
Wind Turbine ◽  
Wall Thickness ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Offshore Wind ◽  
Series Method ◽  
Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Power Series Method ◽  
Flexible Foundation ◽  
Euler Bernoulli Beam

The present study employs the power series method (PSM) to accurately predict the natural frequencies of eleven offshore wind turbines (OWT). This prediction is very important as it helps in the quick verification of experimental or finite element results. This study idealizes the OWT as a stepped Euler-Bernoulli beam carrying a top mass and connected at its bottom to a flexible foundation. The first part of the beam represents a monopile and the transition piece while its second part is a tower. The foundation is modeled using three springs (lateral, rotational, and cross-coupling springs). This work’s aim is at improving therefore the previous researches, in which the whole wind turbine was taken as a single beam, with a tower being tapered and its wall thickness being negligible compared to its diameter. In order to be closer to real-life OWT, three profiles of the tapered tower are explored: case 1 considers a tower with constant thickness along its height. Case 2 assumes a tower’s thickness being negligible compared to its mean diameter, while case 3 describes the tower as a tapered beam with varying thickness along its height. Next, the calculated natural frequencies are compared to those obtained from measurements. Results reveal that case 2, used by previous researches, was only accurate for OWT with tower wall thickness lower than 15 mm. Frequencies produced in case 3 are the most accurate as the relative error is up to 0.01%, especially for the OWT with thicknesses higher or equal to 15 mm. This case appears to be more realistic as, practically, wall thickness of a wind tower varies with its height. The tower-to-pile thickness ratio is an important design parameter as it highly has impact on the natural frequency of OWT, and must therefore be taken into account during the design as well as lateral and rotational coupling springs.

scholarly journals Natural Frequencies and Mode Shapes of Statically Deformed Inclined Risers

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Feras K. Alfosail ◽  
Ali H. Nayfeh ◽  
Mohammad I. Younis
Keyword(s):  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Equilibrium Configuration ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Galerkin Approach ◽  
Inclination Angles ◽  
Linear Vibrations ◽  
Euler Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Beam Mode ◽  
Good Agreement

In this work, we investigate numerically the linear vibrations of inclined risers using the Galerkin approach. The riser is modeled as an Euler-Bernoulli beam accounting for the nonlinear mid-plane stretching and self-weight. After solving for the initial deflection of the riser due to self-weight, a Galerkin expansion of fifteen axially loaded beam mode shapes are used to solve the eigenvalue problem of the riser around the static equilibrium configuration. This yields the riser natural frequencies and exact mode shapes for various values of inclination angles and applied tension. The obtained results are validated against a boundary-layer analytical solution and are found in good agreement. This constructs a basis to study the nonlinear forced vibrations of inclined risers.

A Wave-Based Analytical Solution to Free Vibrations in a Combined Euler–Bernoulli Beam/Frame and a Two-Degree-of-Freedom Spring–Mass System

2018 ◽  
Vol 140 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Mei
Keyword(s):  
Analytical Solution ◽  
Coupling Effect ◽  
Free Vibrations ◽  
Degree Of Freedom ◽  
Transverse Motion ◽  
Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Combined System ◽  
Mass System ◽  
Euler Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Two Degree Of Freedom

In this paper, natural frequencies and modeshapes of a transversely vibrating Euler–Bernoulli beam carrying a discrete two-degree-of-freedom (2DOF) spring–mass system are obtained from a wave vibration point of view in which vibrations are described as waves that propagate along uniform structural elements and are reflected and transmitted at structural discontinuities. From the wave vibration standpoint, external forces applied to a structure have the effect of injecting vibration waves to the structure. In the combined beam and 2DOF spring–mass system, the vibrating discrete spring–mass system injects waves into the distributed beam through the spring forces at the two spring attached points. Assembling these wave relations in the beam provides an analytical solution to vibrations of the combined system. Accuracy of the proposed wave analysis approach is validated through comparisons to available results. This wave-based approach is further extended to analyze vibrations in a planar portal frame that carries a discrete 2DOF spring–mass system, where in addition to the transverse motion, the axial motion must be included due to the coupling effect at the angled joint of the frame. The wave vibration approach is seen to provide a systematic and concise technique for solving vibration problems in combined distributed and discrete systems.

Vibration Analysis of a Stepped Beam by Using Adomian Decomposition Method

2012 ◽  
Vol 160 ◽  
pp. 292-296
Author(s):  
Qi Bo Mao ◽  
Yan Ping Nie ◽  
Wei Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Decomposition Method ◽  
Natural Frequencies ◽  
Adomian Decomposition Method ◽  
Free Vibrations ◽  
Continuity Condition ◽  
Mode Shapes ◽  
Bernoulli Beam ◽  
Stepped Beam ◽  
Adomian Decomposition ◽  
Euler Bernoulli Beam

The free vibrations of a stepped Euler-Bernoulli beam are investigated by using the Adomian decomposition method (ADM). The stepped beam consists two uniform sections and each section is considered a substructure which can be modeled using ADM. By using boundary condition and continuity condition equations, the dimensionless natural frequencies and corresponding mode shapes can be easily obtained simultaneously. The computed results for different boundary conditions are presented. Comparing the results using ADM to those given in the literature, excellent agreement is achieved.

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