MTA 556E - Modal Testing

Course Objectives

1. Introduce the details of measurement chain for vibration measurement
2. Provide a fundamental knowledge on the assessment of vibration signals
3. Teach the details of frequency response function measurement
4. Teach modal parameter extraction methods through measured frequency response functions
5. Provide an information on the practical applications of modal testing

Course Description

Introduction to vibration analysis and modal testing. Sensors, measurement chain and data collection. Experimental determination of frequency response functions. Determination of modal parameters through frequency response functions. Applications on experimental modal analysis.