Length Optimization for Constrained Viscoelastic Layer Damping

Abstract

Viscoelastic materials are extensively used to damp flexural vibrations of metallic structures. In this report, a method for increasing this damping by cutting the constraining layer into appropriate lengths is discussed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1969
Accession Number
AD0859392

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  • C. T. Lee
  • R. Plunkett

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  • University of Minnesota

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