SHOCK ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURAL NETWORKS.

Abstract

Two separate reports are included. The first presents a new approach for developing optimum finite element models of structures based on the concept of mechanical impedance. It is shown that individual segments of the structure may be optimized separately so that the impedance at points of connection is accurate. An example is given to demonstrate the accuracy of steady-state and transient response of a system of beams and springs in which the improved models are used. The second report describes representation of bar and beam segments by models having equally spaced mass elements. Errors in natural frequencies, modal factors, and mechanical mobility introduced through the use of finite models are discussed.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1966
Accession Number
AD0480828

Entities

People

  • Hae Lee
  • Vernon H. Neubert

Organizations

  • Pennsylvania State University

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Dynamic Response
  • Errors
  • Frequency
  • Impedance
  • Mechanical Impedance
  • Mechanical Waves
  • Mobility
  • Modal Analysis
  • Resonant Frequency
  • Steady State

Readers

  • Structural Dynamics.
  • Theoretical Analysis.

Technology Areas

  • Space