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Optimization of Shaker Locations for Multiple Shaker Environmental Testing

Journal Article · · Experimental Techniques
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  1. Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
  2. AWE Plc, Reading (United Kingdom)

For flight payloads or systems in free flight, Impedance Matched Multi-Axis Testing (IMMAT) can provide an accurate laboratory reproduction of the flight vibration environment at multiple response locations. IMMAT is performed by controlling multiple shakers attached to the system of interest, usually through slender rods so that the shakers impart negligible moments or shear forces at the attachment.

Research Organization:
Sandia National Laboratories (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
Grant/Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
1574694
Alternate ID(s):
OSTI ID: 1646396
OSTI ID: 1583029
OSTI ID: 1592635
Report Number(s):
SAND--2019-11344J; 679511
Journal Information:
Experimental Techniques, Journal Name: Experimental Techniques Vol. 44; ISSN 0732-8818
Publisher:
WileyCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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