Finite element model updating in structural dynamics (Q1910371)

The book addresses the problem of updating a numerical model by using data acquired from a physical vibration test. An overview of numerical modelling, vibration testing and estimation methods is given. Chapter 2 gives an overview of FE modelling with updating in mind. A treatment of the FE theory and multi-degree of freedom dynamics is given to provide the foundation for more advanced topics which appear in the later chapters. Additionally, the reader is informed here about sensitivity calculations, joint modelling and discretization. The elements of modern vibration testing are described in chapter 3. Chapter 4 deals with the comparison of numerical predictions with test results, whereas the formulation of least squares and minimum variance estimators are described in a general way in chapter 5. Chapter 6 addresses the problem of selecting the updating parameters. The description of the so-called ``direct'' methods of model updating is given in chapter 7. Chapter 8 is devoted to the explanation of updating methods based on eigenvalue and eigenvector sensitivities. Model updating by using frequency response function sensitivities in equation error and output error formulations is described in chapter 9. Chapter 10 contains a case study, namely the updating of a FE model of the 1991 GM Saturn sedan with 46830 degrees of freedom. Finally, chapter 11 provides a review of the various updating methods.