Masters Theses
Abstract
"In this thesis, a complete technique is presented for the vibration analysis of any planar structure which can be classified in the broad category of trusses or frames. Although a theoretical backdrop is included for the' sake of completeness, the intent is to provide a technique that is readily adapted to computer usage and can be handled with a minimum of confusion or misunderstanding.
The problem is solved by the use of a displacement technique wherein the inertia and stiffness properties of a structure are calculated by superimposing the contributions of each component of the structure. The calculation of these individual contributions has been standardized by presenting the associated stiffness and mass matrices in a general form that can be applied to any structural member"--Abstract, page ii.
Advisor(s)
Schaefer, Rodney A., 1926-2002
Committee Member(s)
Best, John, 1925-2015
Atchley, B. L. (Bill L.)
Edwards, Charles L., 1934-
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Degree Name
M.S. in Engineering Mechanics
Publisher
University of Missouri at Rolla
Publication Date
1966
Pagination
48 pages
Note about bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 47).
Rights
© 1966 Edd Leighman Ghent, Jr., All rights reserved.
Document Type
Thesis - Open Access
File Type
text
Language
English
Subject Headings
Trusses -- VibrationVibration -- TestingVibration -- Mathematical models
Thesis Number
T 1887
Print OCLC #
5975853
Electronic OCLC #
903911559
Recommended Citation
Ghent, Edd Leighman Jr., "Modal characteristics of a vibrating truss" (1966). Masters Theses. 5758.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/masters_theses/5758