The strain energy release rate (SERR) theory, combined with Linear Fracture Mechanics
and Rotordynamics theories, has been widely used over the last three decades in order to …

The purpose of this book is to give a basic understanding of rotor dynamics phenomena with
the help of simple rotor models and subsequently, the modern analysis methods for real life …

Reinforced concrete construction is the most popular construction material so far and has
significantly contributed to the constantly expanding infrastructure. Nonetheless, this …

Structures are weakened by cracks. When the crack size increases in course of time, the
structure becomes weaker than its previous condition. Finally, the structure may breakdown …

The identification of a transverse crack on a beam is the subject of many investigators.
Identifying the crack means to find its position and depth. In many cases there are more than …

The nonlinear vibration analysis of cracked structures could be a suitable indicator for
diagnosing defects. When breathing cracks appear on the beam, its behavior can be …

Crack is one of the crucial causes of structural failure. A methodology for quantitative crack
identification is proposed in this paper based on multivariable wavelet finite element method …

This paper focuses on the vibration behaviors of a hollow-shaft rotor system in presence of
an open crack under inherent model uncertainties. Non-probabilistic interval variables are …

Nonlinear phenomena widely occur in practical engineering applications. A typical example
in aerospace structures is the creation of a breathing crack that opens and closes under …

A numerical model is developed to study the forced vibration characteristics of a beam
structure with a breathing edge crack. The variable vibration characteristics of the beam …