Physics of Vibrations Course
This course equips you to master vibration physics for real-world structures, particularly steel pedestrian footbridges. Delve into SDOF modelling, damping evaluation, resonance analysis, comfort criteria, and practical mitigation strategies. Transform intricate dynamic behaviours into straightforward, dependable design and assessment choices that ensure safety and user comfort.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical skills to analyse and manage vibrations in slender structures, emphasising damping, serviceability, and comfort. Master SDOF models, free and forced responses, resonance, and acceleration assessments, then apply realistic solutions like added damping, mass tuning, stiffening, cost analysis, and effective reporting to stakeholders.
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Develop skills
- Vibration modelling: Construct precise SDOF models for steel pedestrian footbridges.
- Damping assessment: Estimate, measure, and analyse damping in actual structures.
- Serviceability verification: Transform responses into acceleration metrics and confirm comfort standards.
- Resonance evaluation: Forecast forced vibrations, resonance, and beat phenomena from traffic loads.
- Retrofit solutions: Choose and dimension dampers, mass tuning, and stiffening to reduce vibrations.
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