8.3.1 - Phase Angle
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What does the phase angle (ϕ) represent in a damped system?
💡 Hint: Think about how phase relates to timing.
How does an increase in the damping ratio (ξ) affect the phase angle?
💡 Hint: Greater damping means more energy loss.
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What does the phase angle indicate in a dynamic system?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means in terms of lag.
True or False: Increasing damping always reduces the phase angle in a damped system.
💡 Hint: Consider how damping affects response timing.
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A system has a damping ratio of 0.25 and a natural frequency of 2 Hz. If the applied frequency is 2.5 Hz, determine the phase angle.
💡 Hint: Ensure you keep track of the relationships to solve for ϕ.
Consider a structure designed for a frequency of 4 Hz being subjected to harmonic forces at 4 Hz. Discuss how critical the phase angle is and what would happen if the system has a damping of 0.1.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of resonance on structure safety.
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