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5420. Mechanical Vibrations I

3.00 credits

Prerequisites: None.

Grading Basis: Graded

Variational principles, Lagrange's equation. Equations of motion for multi-degree of freedom systems. Free vibration eigenvalue problem: modal analysis. Forced solutions: general soltions, resonance, effect of damping, and superposition. Vibrations of continuous systems: vibration frequencies and mode shapes for strings, bars, membranes, beams, and plates. Experimental methods and techniques.


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Term Class Number Campus Instruction Mode Instructor Section Session Schedule Enrollment Location Credits Grading Basis Notes
Fall 2024 9683 Storrs In Person Tang, Jiong 001 Reg Mo 5:00pm‑7:30pm
1/25 PWE 476 3.00 Graded
Fall 2024 9684 Storrs Online Synchronous Tang, Jiong 010X Reg Mo 5:00pm‑7:30pm
8/15 No Room Required - Online 3.00 Graded