Damping ratio Definition and 22 Threads

I don't know how to calclute error in derivative for daming ratio of 0.5

The circuit to be analyzed is shown below: Since initial conditions are zero (from the instructions) I will use laplace transforms for the cirucit and I will use the MAME method to solve this circuit. The laplace transforms that are required will give me: $$E_g(s) = \frac{10}{s}$$ $$ L_3 =...

For a standard second-order system, its transfer function is G(s) = ω2/(s2 + 2ζω + ω2) where ω is the natural frequency and ζ is the damping ratio. But for a non-standard second-order transfer function, G(s) = (2s + 1)/(s2 + 2s + 5), what are its natural frequency and damping ratio? Thank you!

I have constructed a torsional balance, which basically consists of a torsional spring, and a damper. I model this as a spring mass damper system. And it is used to measure thrust of some propulsion system. This is how the system looks like. I am just very eager to find out, how to model the...

Hi, Having a bit of trouble with this question: "Assuming a proportional controller is used, determine the gain to achieve a damping ratio of 0.5, for the following transfer function. Hence calculate the associated natural frequency and oscillation period. G(s) = -4(s+0.4) / s^2+1.6s+14." I...

I've been a bit lost figuring out what damper I should be using for the front suspension I am designing. Right now I'm running a wheel rate of 60 lbf/in at the front with a ride frequency of 1.2254 Hz. The front is also supporting a sprung mass of 391.68 lbf. Comfort is the end requirement of...

Homework Statement A shock absorber is to be designed to limit its overshoot to ##15## percent of its initial displacement when released. Find the damping ratio ##\zeta_0## required.Homework EquationsThe Attempt at a Solution My question is since log decrement, ##\delta = \ln\frac{x_1}{x_2} =...

G'day guys, I am currently trying to calculate the damping ratio for Shape memory alloys using hysteresis loops. The damping ratio is usually represented as ΔU/2∏U, where ΔU is the energy lost due to material damping and U is the elastic strain energy. My problem is trying to find this...

Hello All, I have been asked to design and build a rig that will introduce the concept of a mass spring damper system to mechanical engineers in their early years of university. To make it slightly more complex, the rig needs to be torsional rather than linear. My design so far is to use a...

Homework Statement From the waveform shown below, estimate a) the damping ratio ζ (you may compare response with a standard chart); b) the forced or damped frequency of oscillation; and c) the natural or undamped frequency of oscillation. Homework Equations Since the waveform is under...

From control systems: I am asked to find the value of K that gives the closed loop damping ratio of 1/sqrt2. The value for the complimentary sensitivity is T(S)=(2KS +4K)/(s^3 +162S^2 +(320+2K)S +4K) so how do I find the value for K? I tried putting it in the general equation, but it...

Hi guys, Revision for an exam tomorrow, I hope someone can help? I've been given the answers but I can't work out how to find the damping ratio without being given a velocity or distance for the mass to travel?A mass of 6kg is suspended on a spring and set oscillating. it is observed that...

There is a certain equation relating both Mp (max. overshoot) and damping ration. Which is; Mp = e(-ζ*pi)/(1-ζ2)1/2 What I get from that equation is for every system a certain damping ratio will result the system in a certain amount of max. overshoot. That sounds ridiculous, because...

(1) A mass of 3.0 kg is suspended from a vertical spring and produces a static deflection of 60 mm. The system is also subjected to viscous damping of 36 N s/m. Calculate the value of the: (a) natural frequency i. In Hz ii. And rad/s (b) damping ratio...

I have a graph. I have all its (x,y) values. How can the damping ratio from this graph ?

If the damping ratio of a damped circuit is increased, does the circuit become more or less damped? I would think it would become more damped, but what exactly is the definition of the damping ratio?

I am having trouble with some of my homework. I am not quite sure how to find the damping ratio from a third order system when the transfer function (of s) is the only information supplied. Could anyone help me with this? I would like a method that would work with any nth order system...

I have a transfer function for system. 23.23*s + 1.421 ------------------------------------- = tf s^2 + 25.88*s + 1.421 Since the numerator has a non-zero coefficient for "s" I am wary about equating 25.88 = 2 * zeta * omega [the stuff we usually do for calculating the damping...

I have a transfer function for system. 23.23*s + 1.421 ------------------------------------- = tf s^2 + 25.88*s + 1.421Since the numerator has a non-zero coefficient for "s" I am wary about equating 25.88 = 2 * zeta * omega [the stuff we usually do for...

I have a data of a system (2nd order spring-mass-damper). From the looks of it, the system is quite certainly overdamped. Can someone guide me as to how to find the damping ratio? Regards, -sgsawant

Hi, my question is about determining the damping ratio for the upper spring-damper part of the system given in the link. Is it still r2/(2*sqrt(k2*m2)) or something equivalent should be determined? http://img217.imageshack.us/img217/3148/sprdampmass.png Thank you!

Hi guys, working a project where I need to guess the damping ratio (used for a numerical analysis) based on other properties of a material. We're looking to use an RTV as a vibration damper (we don't need a lot) but I can't seem to get any vibrational properties (called Honeywell, Dupond...