DYNAMICS OF ROTATING MACHINERY

Catalog description

This course introduces students to the field of rotor dynamics. The course initially covers basic concepts in machinery vibration using simplified models for single-mass rotor systems and then progresses to the analysis of realistic multi- mass rotor -bearing systems using advanced analytical tec hniques. Throughout the course, an emphasis will be placed in the calculation of critical speeds, the calculation of lateral forced response, and the determination of dynamic stability in rotor -bearing systems. The analytical techniques will be complemente d with a laboratory experience in rotor balancing. At the end of the course the students will be introduced to the torsional analysis of rotor systems.