Behavior of a curved 2D sheet and a curved 1D wire under acoustic wave

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This discussion focuses on the behavior of curved 2D sheets and 1D wires under the influence of acoustic waves, specifically when excited by multiple frequencies. The participants recommend conducting a Frequency Response analysis using Finite Element Method (FEM) techniques. Key references include Timoshenko's 'Theory of Plates & Shells' for modeling surfaces and general FEM theory for analyzing wires. The complexity of the response is attributed to factors such as acoustic impedance and boundary conditions.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Finite Element Method (FEM) theory
  • Familiarity with Timoshenko's 'Theory of Plates & Shells'
  • Knowledge of acoustic impedance concepts
  • Basic principles of numerical analysis
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  • Research Frequency Response analysis techniques using FEM
  • Study Timoshenko's 'Theory of Plates & Shells' for surface modeling
  • Explore numerical analysis methods applicable to acoustic wave interactions
  • Investigate the role of acoustic impedance in complex shape responses
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Researchers, engineers, and students in acoustics, structural analysis, and material science who are interested in the dynamic response of materials to acoustic waves.

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How do complex shapes respond to acoustic waves?
Good day.

We know how simple objects, such as 1D wires behave when a simple harmonic wave travels along a wire, or two wires knotted togethe.We also know what happens if you excite a circular thin disc with a single frequency.

Are there some material I can read on, that considers the effect of exciting a stiff wire given by y = f(x) , for a polynomial or exponential function f, excited by an acoustic wave comprising of multiple frequencies?

While we are at it how does a surface given by z = f(x,y) respond if several acoustic waves are falling on it, each at a different point, each comprising of multiple frequencies?

I understand that an analytical solution would be very complicated.

I am not requesting you to solve it for me, I just want you to direct my to some study / research material in this direction.

Thank you.
 
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Sounds like you want to do a Frequency Response analysis using FEM. A surface can probably best be modeled by shell elements, so Timoshenko's canonical 'Theory of Plates & Shells' might be a good reference.

You can also model wires with FEM. So any reference on FEM theory, numerical analysis and theory of elasticity would help I guess. There are tons of books about that.
 
Seanskahn said:
How do complex shapes respond to acoustic waves?
Welcome to PF.
Complex shapes respond in complex ways.
The acoustic impedance and the degree of freedom at boundaries or attachment points will be important. You have no choice but to use FEM, or to build and test a model.
 
Baluncore said:
Welcome to PF.
Complex shapes respond in complex ways.
The acoustic impedance and the degree of freedom at boundaries or attachment points will be important. You have no choice but to use FEM, or to build and test a model.
Thank you for your answer.
I know how to proceed now.
Enjoy your weekend.
 

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