The Den Hartog criteria for tuned mass dampers are essential for designing effective vibration control systems. The criteria define the mass ratio, represented as $$\mu = m/M$$, where $$M$$ is the total mass of the system excluding the damper mass $$m$$. In the context of the discussion, the user is designing a tuned mass damper for a system with a total mass of 55 kg and a damper mass of 5.5 kg, with a natural frequency of 12.061 rad/s and a forcing function frequency of 183.26 rad/s. Understanding these parameters is crucial for achieving optimal damping performance.
PREREQUISITESMechanical engineers, structural engineers, and students involved in vibration control and dynamic system design will benefit from this discussion.
jedishrfu said:
jedishrfu said:Look at figure 1, it shows M and m are distinct masses so M is not in fact M+m