Topology Optimization of Passive Constrained Layer Damping with Partial Coverage on Plate

The potential of using topology optimization as a tool to optimize the passive constrained layer damping (PCLD) layouts with partial coverage on flat plates is investigated. The objective function is defined as a combination of several modal loss factors solved by finite element-modal strain energy...

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Main Authors: Weiguang Zheng, Yingfeng Lei, Shande Li, Qibai Huang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Shock and Vibration
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.3233/SAV-2012-00738