Course - Mechanical Vibrations - MR8402
Mechanical Vibrations
About
About the course
Course content
An introduction to mechanical vibrations for continuous and discrete systems, with examples relating to rotating machinery.
The following topics are covered:-
- Mechanical, electrical and hydrodynamic loads
- System response and transfer functions
- Matrix methods and transfer matrices
- Critical speed and modal analysis
- Finite element method applied to rotor dynamics
- Instability and whirling of shafts
- Dynamic properties of bearings and seals
- Vibration measurements, condition monitoring and fault diagnosis.
Learning outcome
Learn to use different methods for calculating and analysing vibrations in machinery.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, compulsory exercises and projects.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercises
Recommended previous knowledge
It is an advantage to have studied an elementary course in machine dynamics.
Course materials
Periodical articles/lecture notes
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| DIN2555 | 10.5 sp |
Subject areas
- Technological subjects