Exploring the dynamics of vibration and impact loads: a comprehensive review
by Shrikant M. Harle
International Journal of Structural Engineering (IJSTRUCTE), Vol. 14, No. 1, 2024

Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive review of the dynamics of vibration and impact loads, including their definitions, causes, effects, and analytical and experimental methods for their study. The paper highlights the importance of studying these dynamics, as they can lead to catastrophic failure of structures and machines. The various types of vibrations, such as free and forced vibrations, and their causes, such as unbalance and misalignment, are discussed in detail. The effects of vibration and impact loads, such as fatigue failure and structural damage, are also reviewed. The paper provides a detailed analysis of the analytical and experimental methods used to study these dynamics, including finite element analysis, modal analysis, experimental modal analysis, response spectrum analysis, and design of experiments analysis. Case studies and applications of vibration and impact load analysis in various fields, such as automotive and aerospace engineering, are also presented. The paper concludes with a summary of the main findings and a discussion of future research directions in this field.

Online publication date: Mon, 26-Feb-2024

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