Abstract: Large amplitude oscillation of crane payloads is detrimental to safe and efficient operation. Under certain conditions, the problem is compounded when the payload creates a double-pendulum effect. ...

Abstract: This paper presents an analysis of a nonlinear (piecewise linear) dynamical model governing steady operation of a flat belt drive using a physically motivated elastic/perfectly plastic (EPP) ...

Abstract: The large-amplitude and lightly-damped oscillation of crane payloads is detrimental to safe and efficient operation. The problem is further complicated when the payload creates a double-pendulum ...