Master fundamental vibration concepts in mechanical systems. Learn single and double degree-of-freedom analysis.
Master fundamental vibration concepts in mechanical systems. Learn single and double degree-of-freedom analysis.
Explore the essential principles of mechanical vibrations in this intermediate-level course. Starting with single degree-of-freedom systems, you'll progress to double degree-of-freedom systems, understanding concepts like resonance, damping, and transfer functions. The course covers harmonic excitation, base excitation, and introduces vibration control techniques. Designed for those with some engineering background, this course provides a solid foundation in vibration analysis, applicable to various mechanical engineering problems and acoustics.
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What you'll learn
Understand the fundamental principles of mechanical vibrations
Analyze single degree-of-freedom systems under various excitation conditions
Explore the concepts of resonance and damping in vibrating systems
Apply transfer function analysis to vibration problems
Investigate double degree-of-freedom systems and their natural frequencies
Understand mode shapes and their relationship to system frequencies
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of mechanical vibrations, focusing on single and double degree-of-freedom systems. Students will explore the basic concepts of vibration, including resonance, damping, and the effects of external forces on mechanical systems. The curriculum covers harmonic and base excitation in both undamped and damped systems, introducing key concepts such as transfer functions, stiffness, and mass effects. As the course progresses, learners will study more complex double degree-of-freedom systems, understanding the relationship between mode shapes and frequencies. The final module introduces vibration observation and control techniques, providing practical insights into real-world applications. This course is designed to give students a solid foundation in vibration analysis, applicable to various fields in mechanical engineering and acoustics.
Introduction
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Vibrations of Linear Single-degree-of-freedom Systems 1: Concepts of resonance, effect of damping
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Vibrations of Linear Single-degree-of-freedom Systems 2: Concept of transfer function; stiffness and mass
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Vibrations of Linear Double-degree-of-freedom Systems 1: The relation between mode shape and frequency
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Vibrations of Linear Double-degree-of-freedom Systems 2: Vibration observer and control
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
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Pioneering Advances in Acoustics and Noise Control
Professor Yang-Hann Kim specializes in acoustics and noise/vibration, utilizing experimental approaches and digital signal processing to drive innovative research. His diverse projects encompass sound field visualization, noise source identification through array microphones, detection and estimation of moving noise sources, and active noise and vibration control. Recently recognized as a pioneer in sound visualization and manipulation, he focuses on creating targeted sound fields, private sound zones, and 3D listening environments. Joining KAIST as an Associate Professor in 1989, he previously served at the Korea Institute of Technology and was a research assistant at MIT while earning his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering. With over 100 published papers and numerous awards, including the Rossing Prize from the Acoustical Society of America, Professor Kim is also a Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America and serves on various editorial boards, further solidifying his impact in the field of acoustics.
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