Modal analysis for a CANTILEVER BEAM

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This discussion focuses on the modal analysis of a cantilever beam, specifically its analytical derivation and modeling in MATLAB. Participants highlight the differences between Timoshenko beam theory and Euler-Bernoulli beam theory, noting that Timoshenko accounts for shear deformation and rotational inertia, while Euler-Bernoulli is simpler but may lack accuracy in complex scenarios. Recommendations for resources include Wikipedia articles on both beam theories and a project on modal analysis using Abaqus.

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  • Understanding of beam theory, specifically Timoshenko and Euler-Bernoulli theories
  • Familiarity with MATLAB for modeling and analysis
  • Basic knowledge of vibration analysis and dynamic studies
  • Ability to derive equations of state for beams through integration of loading or shear force diagrams
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  • Study the differences between Timoshenko beam theory and Euler-Bernoulli beam theory
  • Learn how to perform modal analysis of cantilever beams using MATLAB
  • Explore the use of Abaqus for advanced modal analysis projects
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Hi there,

I am a beginner and I need to do analytical derivation of a beam and model it in matlab.

the beam is cantilever and it is excited at its cantilever end

any hints to start?

Cheers
 
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Have you learned how to derive the equations of state for a beam through multiple integrations of its loading or shear force diagrams?
 
Mech_Engineer said:
Have you learned how to derive the equations of state for a beam through multiple integrations of its loading or shear force diagrams?

nto really! would u recommend a book please? thanks
 
[Vibration analysis] Timoskenko beam Vs.Euler-bernoulli beam ?

Hello,

I am looking for explanations and detailed studies or even brief ones about the differences in Vibration analysis and dynamic studies as well as static analysis between

Timoskenko beam and .Euler-bernoulli beam

when should i use Euler-bernoulli beam?

Thanks
 
You shouldn't make a new thread each time you have a single new question, just ask in the related thread instead...

Anyway, they are two approximations that take into account a different depth of effects in the beam...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timoshenko_beam_theory

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euler-Bernoulli_beam_equation

Timoshenko theory takes into account shear deformation, rotational inertia, and other effects while Euler-Bernoulli is a simple but effective theory that is easier to understand an solve for, but may be less accurate depending on the complex loading, geometry, or deflection of the beam.

In any case, it is necessary that a certain degree of "engineering discretion" is used to decide which theory is best for your application and how improtant and accurate a result will be.
 
Mech_Engineer said:
Have you learned how to derive the equations of state for a beam through multiple integrations of its loading or shear force diagrams?

am not quite sue what you mean here ?! :confused:
 
It sounds to me like this is a homework question, have you done any looking in your textbook on how to calculate the vibrational modes of a beam?
 
Here's our project on modal analysis of cantilever beam using Abaqus
http://www.scribd.com/doc/96781678/Modal-Analysis-of-Cantilever-Beam
 

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