Nonlinearity in Structural Dynamics

Detection, Identification and Modelling

By: K Worden, G.R Tomlinson

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eText | 23 April 2019 | Edition Number 1

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Many types of engineering structures exhibit nonlinear behavior under real operating conditions. Sometimes the unpredicted nonlinear behavior of a system results in catastrophic failure. In civil engineering, grandstands at sporting events and concerts may be prone to nonlinear oscillations due to looseness of joints, friction, and crowd movements.