Special Topics in Structural Dynamics, Volume 6

Preface 6
Contents 8
1 Development of Reduced Order Models to Non-modeled Regions 10
Nomenclature 10
1.1 Introduction 11
1.2 Theoretical Background 11
1.2.1 Model Reduction/Expansion Techniques 11
1.2.2 System Equivalent Reduction Expansion Process (SEREP) 13
1.2.3 Modal Assurance Criterion (MAC) 14
1.2.4 Pseudo Orthogonality Check (POC) 14
1.3 Model Description 14
1.3.1 Model 1 (Line) 15
1.3.2 Model 2 (Shell) 15
1.3.3 Model 3 (Hybrid) 15
1.3.4 Model 4 (Hybrid-Offset) 15
1.3.5 Model 5 (Hybrid-1 Node) 15
1.4 Cases Studied 16
1.4.1 Case X 16
1.4.2 Case Y 17
1.4.3 Case Z 18
1.5 Conclusion 19
References 20
2 Prediction of Forced Response Using Expansion of Perturbed Reduced Order Models with Inexact Representation of System Modes 21
Nomenclature 21
Symbols 21
Acronyms 22
2.1 Introduction 22
2.2 Theory 23
2.2.1 Equations of Motion for Multiple Degree of Freedom System 23
2.2.2 Structural Dynamic Modification 24
2.2.3 General Reduction/Expansion Methodology and Model Updating 25
2.2.3.1 System Equivalent Reduction Expansion Process (SEREP) 25
2.2.3.2 KM_AMI Reduction 25
2.2.4 System Forced Response Analysis 26
2.2.5 Time Response Correlation Tools 26
2.2.5.1 Modal Assurance Criterion (MAC) 26
2.2.5.2 Time Response Assurance Criterion (TRAC) 27
2.3 Model Description 27
2.4 Cases Studied 27
2.4.1 Case A-1: Reference Model 30
2.4.2 Case A-2: Guyan Reduced Order Models 30
2.4.2.1 Case A-2.1 30
2.4.2.2 Case A-2.2 31
2.4.3 Case A-3: SEREP Reduced Order Models 32
2.4.3.1 Case A-3.1 32
2.4.3.2 Case A-3.2 32
2.4.4 Case A-4: KM_AMI Model Improvement from Guyan Reduced Order Models 33
2.4.4.1 Case A-4.1 34
2.4.4.2 Case A-4.2 34
2.4.5 Overview of Case B 35
2.4.6 Case B-1: Modified/Perturbed Reference Model (Imperfect FEM Representation of Truth Model) 35
2.4.7 Case B-2: Reduced Order Models of Reference Beam (Unmodified) 36
2.4.7.1 Case B-2.1 37
2.4.7.2 Case B-2.2 38
2.4.7.3 Case B-2.3 40
2.5 Observations 41
2.6 Conclusions 41
References 42
3 Estimation of Rotational Frequency Response Functions 43
3.1 Introduction 43
3.2 Theoretical Development 44
3.2.1 Data Expansion Techniques 44
3.2.1.1 System Equivalent Reduction Expansion Process 45
3.2.1.2 Kidder's Method 45
3.2.1.3 Modified Kidder's Method 45
3.2.2 FRF Expansion Techniques 46
3.2.2.1 FRF Expansion Using SEREP 47
3.2.2.2 FRF Expansion Using the Modified Kidder's Method 47
3.3 Numerical Simulations 48
3.4 Results And Discussion 50
3.5 Conclusions 55
References 56
4 Estimation of Spatial Distribution of Disturbances 57
4.1 Introduction 57
4.2 The Kalman Filter 58
4.3 Innovations Correlations Approach 58
4.4 Numerical Experiment: Five-DOF Spring Mass System 60
4.5 Conclusions 62
References 62
5 Body Wise Time Integration of Multi Body Dynamic Systems 63
Nomenclature 63
5.1 Introduction 64
5.2 Theory 64
5.2.1 Body Iteration 65
5.2.2 Constraint Update 66
5.3 Numerical Time Integration 68
5.4 Conclusion 69
References 69
6 Structural Dynamic Modeling: Tales of Sin and Redemption 70
6.1 Introduction 70
6.2 Nomenclature 71
6.3 Structural Dynamics Modeling: The Present State-of-the-Art 71
6.3.1 Proportional Damping Formulations 72
6.3.2 Assembly of Structural Dynamic Models from Discrete Components 72
6.3.3 Interaction of Structures with Fluid Media 73
6.4 Damping in Structural Assemblies 73
6.4.1 Evidence of Displacement Proportional Structural Damping 74
6.4.2 Viscoelastic Material Behavior and Structural Joint Models 74
6.4.3 A Fresh Look at Structural Damping 77
6.5 Interface Flexibility in Structural Assemblies-A Retrospective 77
6.6 Conclusions 78
References 79
7 Muscle Property Identification During Joint Motion Using the NL-LTP Method 81
7.1 Introduction 81
7.2 Model and Simulation 82
7.3 Results 85
7.4 Discussion 87
7.5 Conclusions 88
Appendix 88
References 89
8 On the Detectability of Femoral Neck Fractures with Vibration Measurements 90
8.1 Introduction 90
8.2 Patients and Methods 91
8.3 Ethics 92
8.4 Results and Discussion 92
8.5 Reproducibility of FRFs 93
References 94
9 Static Calibration of Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Accelerometers for In-Situ Wind Turbine Blade Condition Monitoring 95
9.1 Introduction 95
9.2 MEMS Accelerometers and Positioning 96
9.3 Static Calibration 97
9.3.1 Methodology: Least Square Approximation 98
9.3.2 Results 100
9.4 Conclusions 101
References 101
10 Predicting Full-Field Strain on a Wind Turbine for Arbitrary Excitation Using Displacements of Optical Targets Measured with Photogrammetry 103
Nomenclature 103
10.1 Introduction 104
10.2 Theory 105
10.2.1 Expansion 105
10.2.2 Correlation Tools 106
10.3 Test Setup 107
10.4 Modeling and Data Processing 107
10.5 Cases Studied 109
10.5.1 Sine Dwell Excitation 109
10.5.2 Pluck Test 109
10.5.3 Random Impact Excitations 109
10.5.4 Random Excitation with a Mechanical Shaker 110
10.6 Observations 111
10.7 Conclusions 113
References 117
11 Predicting the Vibration Response in Subcomponent Testing of Wind Turbine Blades 119
11.1 Introduction 119
11.2 Governing Equations 120
11.2.1 Vibration of Specially Orthotropic Laminated Plate 120
11.3 Complete Similarity 121
11.4 Partial Similarity 122
11.4.1 Distortion in Aspect Ratio 123
11.4.2 Distortion in Ply Stack Up 123
11.5 Discussion 124
11.6 Conclusion 126
References 127
12 Linear Modal Analysis of a Horizontal-Axis Wind Turbine Blade 128
12.1 Introduction 128
12.2 Model Definition 129
12.3 Equations of Motion 130
12.4 Case Studies 130
12.4.1 A Hollow Rectangular Beam with a Structural Twist 130
12.4.2 NREL's 5 MW Turbine Blade 132
12.5 Conclusions 133
References 133
13 Reduced-Order Modeling of Turbine Bladed Discs by 1D Elements 135
13.1 Introduction 135
13.2 1-D Modelling of a Turbine Blade 136
13.3 Cross-Section 136
13.4 Beam Model 138
13.5 Mesh Assemblage 143
13.6 Solution 143
13.7 Validation 143
13.8 Closing Remarks 145
References 145
14 Damping Estimation for Turbine Blades Under Non-stationary Rotation Speed 146
14.1 Introduction 146
14.2 Description of the Problem 147
14.3 Effects of the Sweep Rate 147
14.4 Time-Frequency Analysis 150
14.5 Identification of Time-Variant Systems 151
14.6 Concluding Remarks 153
References 153
15 Finite Element Modeling of a 40m Space Frame Wind Turbine Tower 154
15.1 Introduction 154
15.2 Experimental Testing of the Tower 155
15.3 Modeling of the Tower 156
15.3.1 Modeling of the Filleted L-Beam 157
15.3.2 Modeling of the Bolted Joint Connections 159
15.3.2.1 Modeling of the Regular Bolted Joints 159
15.3.2.2 Modeling of the Interference-Pin Bolted Joint Connection 161
15.3.3 Simulation of L-Beams and Joints 162
15.3.3.1 Simulation of Filleted L-Beam Versus Non-filleted L-Beam 162
15.3.3.2 Simulation of Actual Tower Lay-Out Bolted Joints Versus No Bolts and All Regular Bolts 163
15.3.4 Assembling the Tower 164
15.3.5 Modeling of the Ground Surrounding the Tower 166
15.4 Conclusion 169
References 170
16 Experimental Validation of Modal Parameters in Rotating Machinery 171
16.1 Introduction 171
16.2 Experimental Modal Analysis of Rotating Systems 172
16.2.1 The Linear Speed Dependent Model 172
16.2.2 Cyclic Energy Dissipation and Stability 172
16.2.3 Modeling of Rotating Damping 173
16.3 Estimation of the Damping Matrix 173
16.3.1 Damping Matrix Estimation Methods 173
16.3.2 Limitations of the Damping Estimation Method 174
16.3.2.1 Mode Shape Errors 174
16.3.2.2 Incomplete Data and Modal Truncation 174
16.4 Extracting the Rotating Damping Effect from Measurements 174
16.4.1 The Rotating Damping Setup 174
16.4.2 Nonrotating Shaft 175
16.4.2.1 Modeling, Updating and Reducing of the Model 175
16.4.2.2 Identification of the Damping Matrix 175
16.4.3 Rotating Shaft 176
16.5 Experimental Validation 176
16.6 Conclusion 177
References 178
17 Estimation of Modal Damping for Structures with Localized Dissipation 179
17.1 Introduction 179
17.2 Energetic Method 179
17.3 Advantages and Limitations of the Energetic Method 181
17.3.1 Influence of the Mode Projection 181
17.3.2 Effects of the Localized Damping Level 184
17.3.3 Influence of Modal Density 186
17.4 Conclusion 190
References 191
18 Design of UAV for Surveillance Purposes 192
18.1 Introduction 192
18.2 Scan and Identification 193
18.3 Definition of the Path, Priority and Coming Back: The Neural Network 195
18.4 Conclusions 197
References 197
19 An Innovative Solution for Carving Ski Based on Retractile Blades 199
19.1 Introduction 199
19.2 The Prototype 200
19.3 The Field Test 202
19.3.1 The Test Track 202
19.3.2 Experimental Setup 202
19.3.3 The Experimental Results 203
19.4 Conclusion and Future Work 204
References 205

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