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Structural Dynamics

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How can we consider only specific modes in the harmonic analysis based on the modal participation factor in Modal analysis?

Tagged: 2019 R2, mechanical, Modal/Harmonic Response, structural-dynamics, structural-mechanics
    • April 13, 2023 at 7:33 am
      SolutionSolution
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      Detailed explanation of the modal expansion and selecting only certain modes for harmonic analysis is given in the attached document and the demo example provided.

      Attachments:
      1. 2059284.zip
      2. Understanding_Modal_Expansion.pdf

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