3.10.3 - Free and Forced Vibration Tests
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What is a free vibration test?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you let a pendulum swing.
In a forced vibration test, what type of force is applied?
💡 Hint: It’s like shaking an object regularly.
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What is the main goal of free vibration tests?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you stop pushing something.
True or False: Forced vibration tests do not impose any external forces to the structure.
💡 Hint: Who is forcing the motion?
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Analyze how varying the amplitude in forced vibration tests might affect the results. Discuss what this means for real-world applications.
💡 Hint: Consider how different loads affect materials differently.
Imagine you are conducting a free vibration test. Discuss the steps you would take to ensure accurate data collection and analysis.
💡 Hint: What would ensure the least amount of error in your readings?
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