Similarity Methods in Engineering Dynamics: Theory and Practice of Scale Modeling

✍ Scribed by Wilfred E. BAKER, Peter S. WESTINE and Franklin T. DODGE (Eds.)

• Publisher: Elsevier Science Ltd
• Year: 1991
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 368
• Series: Fundamental Studies in Engineering 12
• Edition: Rev Sub
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

Here is the second revised and updated edition of probably the most practical sourcebook on similarity methods and modeling techniques available. Written by leading authorities who incorporate many of the latest advances in the field, this new work maps out techniques for modeling as well as instrumentation and data analysis for an extremely wide array of problems in engineering dynamics. This practical reference uses experimental test data on various engineering problems demonstrating exactly how and why these similarity methods work. The problems involve spread of oil slicks, explosive cratering, car crashes, space vehicle heat exchange, explosive forming, and more. The spectrum of topics covered and number of examples are far greater than in other texts. Of particular importance are the dissimilar material modeling techniques which bring new versatility and freedom to the modeler in structural dynamics. The book also contains a clear, in-depth discussion of the theory underlying modeling and includes alternate methods for developing model laws. The work will undoubtedly prove invaluable to every professional involved in testing or design of dynamic experiments

✦ Table of Contents

Content:
Fundamental Studies in Engineering
Page ii

Front Matter
Page iii

Copyright page
Page iv

Preface
Page v
W.E. B., F.T. D., P.S. W.

Acknowledgments
Pages vii-viii
W.E. B., P.S. W., F.T. D.

Introduction
Pages 1-3

1 - Concepts of Dimensions and Similarity
Pages 7-18

2 - Development of Model Laws from the Buckingham Pi Theorem
Pages 19-31

3 - Development of Model Laws from Differential Equations
Pages 33-45

4 - Scaling of Air Blast Waves
Pages 49-69

5 - Simulating Rigid Body Motion
Pages 73-95

6 - “REPLICA” MODELING OF STRUCTURAL RESPONSE UNDER TRANSIENT LOADS
Pages 97-125

7 - Dissimilar Material Modeling and Seismic Response Modeling for Structural Dynamics
Pages 127-160

8 - Modeling Penetration Mechanics
Pages 161-196

9 - Modeling of Fluid Motions
Pages 199-219

10 - Modeling of Fluid and Structure Interaction
Pages 221-236

11 - Modeling in Soil Dynamics
Pages 239-271

12 - Thermal Modeling
Pages 273-291

13 - Limitations of Modeling, Instrumentation and Building of Models
Pages 295-332

14 - Distortions and Accuracy in Modeling
Pages 333-344

Problems
Pages 345-360

General References
Pages 361-363

Bibliography
Pages 365-384