Characterizing the Vibration of an Elastically Point Supported Rectangular Plate Using Eigensensitivity Analysis
Abstract
Normalized frequencies are computed for a rectangular, isotropic plate resting on elastic supports. The normalized frequencies are determined using eigensensitivity analysis, which approximates the eigenparameters in a Mauclarin series, yielding an approximate closed-form expression. One benefit of the approximate closed-form expression is its computational efficiency and yet another is its application of re-analysis. Accuracy of the approximate expression is assessed by comparing results with the widely used Rayleigh-Ritz method using orthogonal polynomials and beam shape functions in both approaches. Consideration for a variety of edge conditions is given through a combination of simply supported, clamped and free boundary conditions. Results indicate that the accuracy of higher frequencies computed by the sensitivity approach is highly dependent upon choice of basis function.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2009
- Accession Number
- ADA514553
Entities
People
- O. Barton Jr.
- R. J. Watkins