Journal of Computational and Nonlinear Dynamics: Recent submissions
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Development of a Feedback Linearization Technique for Parametrically Excited Nonlinear Systems via Normal Forms
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)The problem of designing controllers for nonlinear time periodic systems via feedback linearization is addressed. The idea is to find proper coordinate transformations and state feedback under ... -
Parametric Identification of Nonlinear Systems Using Chaotic Excitation
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)The use of a time series, which is the chaotic response of a nonlinear system, as an excitation for the parametric identification of single-degree-of-freedom nonlinear systems is explored in ... -
Model Reduction of Systems With Localized Nonlinearities
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)An approach to development of reduced order models for systems with local nonlinearities is presented. The key of this approach is the augmentation of conventional basis functions with others ... -
Wind Tunnel Test on Cable Dome of Geiger Type
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)This paper presents preliminary results of an aeroelastic wind tunnel test on a cable dome. The structural design of the model is given in detail. Similarity requirements based on dimensional ... -
On the Bifurcation Pattern and Normal Form in a Modified Predator–Prey Nonlinear System
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)Detailed bifurcation pattern and stability structure is studied in a modified predator–prey system, with nonmonotonic response function. It is observed that almost all the parameters of the system ... -
Numerical Stability Analysis of a Forced Two-D.O.F. Oscillator With Bilinear Damping
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)The current paper investigates the nonlinear stationary oscillations of a quarter vehicle model with two degrees of freedom subjected to a vertical road excitation. The damping of the wheel ... -
Simulation of Squeeze-Film Damping of Microplates Actuated by Large Electrostatic Load
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)We present a new method for simulating squeeze-film damping of microplates actuated by large electrostatic loads. The method enables the prediction of the quality factors of microplates under a ... -
On Global Transversality and Chaos in Two-Dimensional Nonlinear Dynamical Systems
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)In this paper, the global transversality and tangency in two-dimensional nonlinear dynamical systems are discussed, and the exact energy increment function (L-function) for such nonlinear dynamical ... -
Effect of Tangential Dither Signal on Friction Induced Oscillations in an SDOF Model
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)This work examines how friction-induced oscillations in a traditional mass-on-a-moving-belt system are affected by high-frequency excitations, commonly referred to as dither signals. Two different ... -
Comparison of the Classical Formulation With the Reference Conditions Formulation for Dynamic Flexible Multibody Systems
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)Within the framework of the “floating frame of reference” formulation for dynamic flexible multibody systems, the separation of local and global motion is important. We compare the new approach ... -
Dynamic Analysis and Counterweight Optimization of the 2-DOF Parallel Manipulator of a Hybrid Machine Tool
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)This paper focuses on the dynamic modeling and counterweight optimization of the two degree of freedom planar parallel manipulator, which is a subpart of a hybrid machine tool. Based on a ... -
The Hamel Representation: A Diagonalized Poincaré Form
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)The Poincaré equations, also known as Lagrange’s equations in quasicoordinates, are revisited with special attention focused on a diagonal form. The diagonal form stems from a special choice ... -
Nonlinear Hybrid-Mode Resonant Forced Oscillations of Sagged Inclined Cables at Avoidances
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)We investigate nonlinear forced oscillations of sagged inclined cables under planar 1:1 internal resonance at avoidance. To account for frequency avoidance phenomena and associated hybrid modes, ... -
Integration of Large Deformation Finite Element and Multibody System Algorithms
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)This paper presents an overview of research and development efforts that are currently being devoted to integrate large deformation finite element formulations with flexible multibody system ... -
A New Curve Tracking Algorithm for Efficient Computation of Stability Boundaries of Cutting Processes
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)Dynamic stability of cutting processes such as milling and turning is mainly restricted by the phenomenon of the regenerative effect, causing self-excited vibration, which is well known as ... -
The Simulation of Dual Layer Fuel Tank During the Impact With the Ground Based on Parallel Computing
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)The crashworthiness of a dual layer fuel tank, with the outer layer made of metal and the inner layer made of woven fabric composite material, is fundamental for the survivability of an ... -
Dynamics of a Nonlinear Electromechanical Device With a Pendulum Arm
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)This paper considers the dynamics of an electromechanical device with a pendulum arm. Conditions under which the pendulum does not experience a complete rotation are obtained. Various types of ... -
Passive, Nonlinear, Mechanical Structures for Seismic Attenuation
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)Gravitational wave detectors aim to detect strain perturbations of space-time on the order of 10−21–10−22 at frequencies between 1Hz and a few kHz. This space-time strain, integrated over kilometer ... -
Global Bifurcation Analysis of a Nonlinear Road Vehicle System
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)This paper investigates the global stability behavior present near a bifurcation point of a nonlinear road vehicle system. The nonlinear behavior of the system is determined by reducing its ... -
Validation of a Numerical Model for the Simulation of Tramcar Vehicle Dynamics by Means of Comparison With Experimental Data
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2007)Tramcar vehicles significantly differ from traditional railway vehicles for both the adopted structural configuration and design solutions and the operating conditions. For this reason, a new ...