Vibration Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2015

Vibration Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2015 goes beyond the standard software manual. It concurrently introduces the reader to vibration analysis and its implementation in SOLIDWORKS Simulation using hands-on exercises. A number of projects are presented to illustrate vibration analysis and related topics. Each chapter is designed to build on the skills and understanding gained from previous exercises. Vibration Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2015 is designed for users who are already familiar with the basics of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using SOLIDWORKS Simulation or who have completed the book Engineering Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2015. Vibration Analysis with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2015 builds on these topics in the area of vibration analysis. Some understanding of structural analysis and solid mechanics is recommended.

1. Introduction to vibration analysis 2. Introduction to modal analysis 3. Modal analysis of distributed systems 4. Modal analysis - the effect of pre-stress 5. Modal analysis - properties of lower and higher modes 6. Modal analysis - mass participation, properties of modes 7. Modal analysis- mode separation 8. Modal analysis of axi-symmetric structures 9. Modal analysis - locating structurally weak spots 10. Modal analysis - a diagnostic tool 11. Time response and frequency response of discrete systems 12. Harmonic base excitation of distributed systems 13. Omega square harmonic force excitation 14. Time response analysis, resonance, beating 15. Vibration absorption 16. Random Vibration 17. Response Spectrum analysis 18. Nonlinear vibration 19. Vibration benchmarks 20. Glossary of terms 21. References List of exercises