Adv. Mech. Vibrations

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Fundamentals of dynamics as applied to mechanically vibrating systems. Equations of motion for systems with multiple degrees of freedom are developed to determine natural modes of vibration of discrete systems. Approximate methods of solution, e.g., Rayleigh-Ritz, Galerkin’s method, etc., are discussed. Vibration of continuous systems, e.g., free and forced vibration of strings, bars, beams and plates are considered. Numerical approaches, including the finite element method, are applied to continuous systems. Prerequisite: ME 421 or equivalent and ME535 or ME533 or consent of instructor. Course is offered every spring semester.