ISMA21 Conference (18-20 september 1996)

This is a list of the presented papers at ISMA21

Special sessions (invited speakers):

• Railway noise and vibration
  
• Aircraft Interior Noise - Results of the Brite-Euram BRAIN project
  
• Failure detection in large structures using dynamic responses
  
• Applications of Statistical Energy Analysis
  
• Vibro-acoustic modelling and prediction
  
• Active Noise and vibration control - Results of Brite-Euram projects
  
• Automotive Noise and Vibration Harshness
  
• Vehicle pass-by noise - Results of the Brite-Euram project PIANO

Contributed sessions:

• Modal testing (methods and appliations)
  
• System identification techniques
  
• Environmental testing
  
• Source localisation, transfer path identification
  
• Vibro-acoustic modelling and testing
  
• Noise and Vibration Harshness
  
• Vibrations in transmissions and drivelines
  
• Model updating
  
• Optimisation of passive noise and vibration control
  
• Active noise and vibration control
  
• Instrumentation, transducers
  
• Statistical Energy Analysis
  
• Energy flow analysis
  
• Faillure detection and condition assessment using dynamic characteristics
  
• Structural dynamics optimisation
  
• Substructuring
  
• Rotating machinery

Railway noise and vibration

Theoretical and experimental analysis of ring damped railway wheels
I. Lopez, E. Vera, J. Busturia, J. Vinolas; CEIT, Centro Tutelado del Gobierno Vasco; Spain.

An assessment of potential measures for reducing the noise
D. J. Thompson, M. H. A. Janssens; TNO Insitute of Applied Physics; The Netherlands.

Noise reduction of vibrating rollers
B. Spessert, A. Zürbes; RFH; Germany.

Design of a vibration isolating screen
G. Degrande, G. De Roeck, W. Dewulf, P. van den Broeck; K.U.Leuven, Dept. Civil Engineering; Belgium.
M. Verlinden; ICOS Benelux; Belgium.

Aircraft Interior Noise - Results of the Brite-Euram BRAIN project

Modelling of fluid damping in thermal isolation
D. T. Tsahalis; University of Patras, LFME, Chemical Eng. Dept.; Greece.

Thermodynamic considerations of wave propagation in a highly-porous, fibrous thermal insulation material
B. P. Semeniuk, C. L. Morfey, M. Petyt; University of Southampton, Inst. of Sound & Vibration Res.; UK.

Wave propagation in an anisotropic, high-porosity fibrous thermal insulation material
B. P. Semeniuk, C. L. Morfey, M. Petyt; University of Southampton, Inst. of Sound & Vibration Res.; UK.

A symmetrical boundary element formulation for sound transmission through fuselage walls-I; Theory, implementation and test cases
F. P. Grooteman, H. Schippers; NLR; The Netherlands.

A symmetrical boundary element formulation for sound transmission through fuselage walls-II; Application
A. De Boer, F. P. Grooteman; NLR; The Netherlands.
W. Desmet, P. Delmotte; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Radiation damping in plates, induced by porous media
A. Cummings; University of Hull, Dept. Eng. Design and Manufacturing; UK.
H. J. Rice; Trinity College Dublin, Dept. Mech. Eng.; Ireland.
R. Wilson; University of Nottingham, Dept. Architecture and Building Tech.; UK.

Development of a MATLAB code based on a weak formulation of wave propagation through a flexible porous material. Comparison with experimental results
T. P. Gialamas, D. A. Manolas, D. T. Tsahalis; University of Patras, LFME, Chemical Eng. Dept.; Greece.

Failure detection in large structures using dynamic responses

Resonance and anti-resonance dynamical behaviour of large mechanical systems
S. Pietrzko; EMPA; Switzerland.

Identification of time varying civil engineering structures using multivariate recursive time domain models
P. H. Kirkegaard, P. Andersen, P. S. Skjærbæk; Aalborg University, Dept. of Building Tech. & Structural Eng.; Denmark.

Evaluation of structural damage by dynamic system identification
B. Peeters; K.U.Leuven,
Dept. Burgerlijke Bouwkunde; Belgium.
G. De Roeck; K.U.Leuven, Dept. Civil Engineering; Belgium.
J. De Visscher; Vrije Universiteit Brussel,
Dienst Analyse van Structuren; Belgium.
W. P. De Wilde; Vrije Universiteit Brussel,
Dienst Analyse van Structuren; Belgium.
M. Ndambi, S. Parewyck, J. Vantomme

Uniquely identifiable armay models in state space
P. Andersen, P. H. Kirkegaard, R. Brincker; Aalborg University, Dept. of Building Tech. & Structural Eng.; Denmark.

Applications of Statistical Energy Analysis

Predictive SEA using the wave approach
K. H. Heron; DRA Farnborough, Structures Dept.; UK.

Analysis of the initial decay rate in experimental SEA
Lie Wu, A. Ågren; Luleå University of Technology, Acoustics Group; Sweden.

Use of SEA to reduce the noise in the driver's cabin of a TGV high speed train
A. Fages; GEC-ALSTHOM; France.
G. Borello; InterAC; France.

Experimental SEA analysis of a railway carriage
K. De Meester, H. Van der Auweraer; LMS International; Belgium.
N. Cuny; CEG Alsthom; .

Three conservatively or two-conservatively coupled subsystems: can a dual interpretation be used?
C. Fredö; Chalmers University, Dept. of Applied Acoustics; Sweden.

Vibro-acoustic modelling and prediction

On the influence of finite acoustical source dimensions on acoustical frequency response functions inside an enclosed cavity
K. Wyckaert, L. Meulewaeter; LMS International; Belgium.

Medium frequency expansion of a partially measured FRF matrix
M. Iadevaia, D. Otte, H. Van der Auweraer; LMS International; Belgium.
L. Bregant; University of Trieste, Dip. di Energitica; Italy.

A generalized indirect boundary element model for handling complex acoustic problems
C. Lecomte, J. P. Coyette; Numerical Integration Technologies; Belgium.

The numerical treatment of a coupled elastic structure subjected to random excitations
J. P. Coyette; Numerical Integration Technologies; Belgium.

A new wave based prediction technique for coupled vibro-acoustic analysis: theoretical description and application to a double wall structure
W. Desmet, P. Sas, D. Vandepitte; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

A new class of infinitive wave envelope elements for solving exterior acoustic problems
J. P. Coyette, L. Cremers; Numerical Integration Technologies; Belgium.
J. A. Astley; University of Canterbury, Mech. Engineering; New Zealand.

Active Noise and vibration control - Results of Brite-Euram projects

Active isolation of noise transmission through a helicopter gearbox support strut using multiple magnetostrictive actuators
T. J. Sutton, S. J. Elliott, M. J. Brennan; University of Southampton; UK.

Aircraft interior noise analysis using advanced vibro-acoustic modelling
H. Van Der Auweraer, D. Otte; LMS International; Belgium.

Simulating the efficiency of an actively controlled dynamic system: The LACES experience
J. -L. Migeot; NIT; Belgium.
W. Steichen, G. Vanderborck; Thomson SINTRA ASM; France.

Acousto-structural active control by piezoceramics and microphones on a large acoustic cavity through classical and nn-based algorithms
A. Concilio, L. De Vivo, D. Siano, A. Sorrentino; CIRA ScpA; Italy.

Active vibration control of road noise in automotive applications: Tools and methods to evaluate control configurations
K. Wyckaert; LMS International; Belgium.

Optimal design of laminated plates for active vibration control
M. Resch, W. J. Elspass; ETH-Zentrum; Switzerland.

A comparison of active control strategies for the reduction of structural power transmission
P. Gardonio, S. J. Elliott, R. J. Pinnington; University of Southampton, ISVR; UK.

Dynamic characterization of an interior trim panel aimed at the active noise control in a turboprop aircraft
L. Lecce, M. Viscardi; University of Naples "Federico II", Dept. Aeronautical Eng.; Italy.

Active control of vibration and sound: An overview of the patent literature
D. Guicking; Drittes Physikalisches Inst. der Universität Göttingen; Germany.

Multireference controllers for active control of noise and vibration
P. Sjösten; University of Karlskrona/Ronneby; Sweden.

Automotive Noise and Vibration Harshness

Vehicle pass-by noise - Results of the Brite-Euram project PIANO

Truck pass-by noise, detailed sources contribution identification during ISOR362 pass-by
P. J. G. van der Linden; LMS International; Belgium.
H. Defay, J. P. Le Martret; Renault VI; France.

Prediction of insertion loss of engine enclosures by indirect BEM calculations, combined with a substitution monopole source description technique
F. Augusztinovics, P. Sas; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.
L. Cremers; Numerical Integration Technologies; Belgium.
R. Liebregts, Mantovani
M. Mantovani, C. Bertolini; Centro Ricerche Fiat; Italy.

Application of the monopole substitution technique and of the reciprocity principle in the evaluation of truck engine noise radiation
M. Mantovani, C. Bertolini; Centro Ricerche Fiat; Italy.

on the characterization of the acoustical strength of vehicle engines in relation to pass-by noise
J. W. Verheij; TNO Institute of Applied Physics; The Netherlands.

Microphone array techniques for non-stationary truck noise measurements
J. Hald; Brüel & Kjær; Denmark.

Correction of indoor pass-by noise measurements to estimate ISOR362 outdoor noise using acoustic transfer functions
P. J. G. van der Linden, S. Goossens; LMS International; Belgium.
O. Jönsson; Scania; Sweden.

Modal testing (methods and appliations)

A new instrument for single-point non-contact laser based vibration measurements
K. Gatzwiller; Brüel & Kjær, IMD Structural Dynamics Group; Denmark.

An extension of force appropriation for nonlinear systems
P. A. Atkins, J. R. Wright; Manchester University, Dynamics & Control Res. Group; UK.
K. Worden, G. R. Tomlinson; University of Sheffield, Dep. of Mech. & Process Eng.; UK.

Optimal random signal design
J. Cooper; University of Manchester; UK.
J. C. Golinval; Université de Liège, Aerospace Lab.; Belgium.
J. Swevers; K.U.Leuven, Div. PMA; Belgium.

Experimental modal analysis and structural modification of the helicopter SW
W. Lisowski, W. Bochniak, T. Uhl; Univ. of Mining and Metallurgy, Dept. Robotics; Poland.

Validating design life-times using vibrational measurements
W. van Rensburg; Mercedes-Benz of South Africa Ltd.; South Africa.
J. Wannenburg; Lab. for Advanced Engineering (Pty) Ltd.; South Africa.

An improved method for moment excitation in mechanical mobility measurements using manipulated source signals
M. A. Sanderson; Chalmers University of Technology, Dept. Applied Acoustics; Sweden.

The MAC revisited and update
P. G. Blaschke; Robert Bosch GmbH, Dept. FV/FLP; Germany.
D. J. Ewins; Imperial College; UK.

Modal analysis of tuned longitudinal mode ultrasonic bar horns
M. Lucas, G. Graham; Loughborough University, Dept. of Mechanical Eng.; UK.

System identification techniques

Adaptive resampling for off-line signal processing
F. Lembregts, J. Top, F. Neyrinck; LMS International; Belgium.

Some recent results in the inverse analysis of sandwich beams
E. M. O. Lopes, J. A. Brandon; University of Wales, Cardiff School of Eng.; UK.

Nonlinear oscillations of an axially moving continuous system
F. Pellicano, F. Zirilli; Università di Roma "La Sapienza", Dip. Matematica "G. Castelnuovo"; Italy.

Application of a time domain regularized suboptional solution in the deflection shape analysis of a diesel engine timming drive cover
P. R. G. Kurka; DPM/FEM/UNICAMP; Brazil.
R. P. Ferreira; IOCHPE/MAXION - Engines Division; Brasil.

Numerical considerations in modal parameter estimation
A. W. Phillips, R. J. Allemang; Univ. of Cincinnati, Struct. Dyn. Research Lab.; USA.

Parametric identification of multivariable systems in the frequency domain - a survey
P. Guillaume, R. Pintelon, J. Schoukens; VUB, ELEC; Belgium.

On the use of algebraic reconstruction technique (ART) for avoiding SVD-based methods in modal parameter identification problems
F. S. V. Bazán; UFSC. , Dep. Matematica; Brazil.

Modal parameter identification - where do we go from here?
J. Cooper; University of Manchester; UK.

Response of elastic beams of laminated bimaterials to dynamic loading
S. Zhang; Daimler-Benz AG; Germany.

Quality and speed of the random decrement technique compared to FFT
J. C. Asmussen, R. Brincker; Aalborg University, Dept. of Building Tech. & Structural Eng.; Denmark.

Experimental determination of the inertial properties of mechanical components using vibrational response measurements
D. Storer; Centro Ricerche Fiat; Italy.
A. Lucifredi, G. Quarto; University of Genova; Italy.

On the design of optimal input signals for parameter identification
D. Jennewein, C. -P. Fritzen; University of Siegen, Inst. of Mech. & Control Eng.; Germany.

The sensitivity of updated turbo-generator foundation parameters to measurement and rotor/bearing modelling
M. G. Smart, A. W. Lees, M. I. Friswell; University of Wales Swansea, Dept. Mech. Eng.; UK.

On structure identification by mass addition method. Application on a HV circuit-breaker pole
T. Gh. Cioara, D. Dragomir-Daescu, L. Bereteu; University "Politehnica" Timisoara, Vib. Testing & Rec. Lab.; Romania.
I. Manea; Res. & Des. Inst. for Electric Mach. , Transformers, electr. Equipm. & Traction; Romania.

Fast parametric and nonparametric identification of shock absorbers
S. Duym, R. Stiens; Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Dep. ELEC; Belgium.
K. Reybrouck; Monroe Europe n. v.; Belgium.

A robust procedure for modal analysis in frequency domain
M. A. V. Duarte, J. L. O. Pena; Universidade Federal de Uberlândia; Brazil.

Experimental estimation of the high-frequency residual term based on two extra parameters
M. L. M. Duarte, D. J. Ewins; Imperial College of Science Techn. and Medicine, Mech. Eng. Dep.; UK.

On obtaining normal modes from measured complex modes
J. Cooper, J. R. Wright; University of Manchester, Dynamics & Control Res. Group; UK.

Corruption of Multiple reference mode indicator tools due to localized mode effects
L. D. Isley, T. J. Foster, W. R. Kelley; Borg-Warner Automotive-Powertrain Systems; USA.

Dynamic characterisation of a flexible automotive component exhibiting nonlinear behaviour
A. Lorea; Magneti Marelli; Italy.
E. Nijman, D. Storer; Centro Ricerche Fiat; Italy.

Effect of the flexible links and joints on the redundant robot vibrations
M. Lacagnina, F. Petrone, R. Sinatra; Università di Catania, Inst. di Macchine; Italy.

Residue identification by frequency and damping estimates
A. Agneni, L. Balis Crema; Università degli studi di Roma "La Sapienza", Dip. Aerospaziale; Italy.
S. Sgubini, Università degli Studî di Pisa, Dip. di Ing. Aerospaziale; Italy.

Modelling and identification of vibration damping composite steel by experimental MCK identification method
M. Okuma, F. Handa, Q. Shi; Tokyo Institute of Technology; Japan.

Identification of principal rigid body modes under free-free boundary condition
M. Okuma, Q. Shi; Tokyo Institute of Technology; Japan.

Estimation of covariance function by random decrement
J. C. Asmussen, R. Brincker; Aalborg University, Dept. of Building Tech. & Structural Eng.; Denmark.

Maximum likelihood identification of robot dynamics using periodic excitation
C. Ganseman, J. Swevers, H. Van Brussel, J. De Schutter; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Environmental testing

Performance of acoustic test methods for quality evaluation of agricultural products
N. Galili; Technion-I.I.T., Agr. Dept.; Israël.
J. De Baerdemaeker; K.U.Leuven, Dept. Agro-Engineering and Economics; Belgium.

Environmental Low-frequency noise: What is it and how loud is it?
V. Krylov; Nottingham Trent University; UK.

Valve numerical analysis seismic qualification: Hopkinson steam admission valve application
M. Panet; EDF Departement MTC; France.

Shaker simulation of vehicle random vibration with occasional high peaks
A. Steinwolf; National Acad. of Sciences of the Ukraine, Inst. of Mech. Eng. Problems; Ukraine.
R. G. White; University of Southampton, Depart. of Aeronautics & Astron.; UK.

Reduction of vibration for living space in consideration of human motion
N. Okubo, T. Hama, T. Toi; CHUO University, Dept. Precision Mechanics, CAMAL; Japan.

Source localisation, transfer path identification

Vehicle noise design modifications analysis using truncated transfer path techniques
X. Bohineust; PSA Peugeot Citroën/DRAS; France.

Sensitivity of inertially reacted engine mount tests to changes in engine mount rates
J. S. Meldrum; EG&G Structural Kinematics; USA.
N. Hay; Napier University; .

Structure-borne sound transmission between point connected plates
I. Bosmans, P. Mees, G. Vermeir; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Application of multiple reference transfer path analysis for solving structure-borne noise problems in vehicle design
J. Romano, J. A. Lopez; BEA FASA RENAULT, Acoustic Synthesis Product Engineering; Spain.

Study of transmission paths of vibratory energy by the principal components analysis
X. Carniel, C. Made, J. -C. Pascal; CETIM, Ind. Acoustic Depart.; France.
D. Otte; LMS International; Belgium.

Force identification from vibration measurements in the wavenumber domain
A. Fregolent, A. Sestieri; Università di Roma "La Sapienza", Dip. Mecc. & Aeronautica; Italy.

Statistical decision methods for noise and vibration engineering
C. Couvreur, P. Chapelle; Faculté Polytechnique de Mons; Belgium.

Minimisation of noise transmission through hydraulic pipe mountings
A. H. M. Kwong, K. A. Edge; University of Bath, School of Mech. Engineering; UK.

Dynamic analysis of high performance motorcycles
A. Lucifredi; Università di Genova, Inst. Mech. Applicata; Italy.
G. Camauli, M. Forte; LMS Italiana; Italy.
L. Marzocchi; BIMOTA; Italy.

Vibro-acoustic modelling and testing

Acoustic modelling of the three phase asynchronous electrical machine
C. Özturk; TEE A. S. , R&D Department; Turkey.

Acoustical characterization of vibration structure by non contact measurements: application to loudspeaker diaphragm
G. M. Revel, G. L. Rossi; Università degli Studi di Ancona, Dip. di Meccanica; Italy.

Numerical analysis of the dynamical interaction between an acoustical cavity and a vibrating coupled panel
F. Curà, G. Curti, V. Giorgis, F. Scarpa; Politecnico di Torino; Italy.

High performance computational environment for vibro-acoustic optimization
J. -L. Migeot; NIT; Belgium.

Evaluation of radiation efficiency of non-uniform vibrating plates by means of intensity measurements
A. Doria; Università di Padova, Dip. di Ing. Meccanica; Italy.

Rayleigh-Ritz method and substructuring in the study of the free vibrations of fluid-structure interacting systems
M. Amabili; Università di Ancona, Dip. di Meccanica; Italy.

An experimental investigation of the acoustic energy flow over the flat barriers
S. Weyna; Technical university of Szczecin, Ship Acoustic Dept.; Poland.

Acoustic modal analysis at low frequencies: equivalence and difference of various formulations
F. Augusztinovics, P. Sas; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Source imaging of irregularly shaped surfaces using inverse FRF method
S. M. Dumbacher, D. L. Brown; Univ. of Cincinnati, Struct. Dyn. Research Lab.; USA.

Applying micro-electronics design optimization techniques to MCAE: The challenge of the SINOSA2 project
J. -L. Migeot; NIT; Belgium.
L. Dupas, R. Cartuyvels; IMEC; Belgium.

Boundary impedance updating using acoustic FRF's
P. Mas; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.
B. P. Semeniuk; University of Southampton, Inst. of Sound & Vibration Res.; UK.
P. Sas; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Comparison of Nearfield Acoustic Holography and Dual Microphone Intensity Measurements
R. W. Bono; The Modal Shop. Inc.; USA.
D. L. Brown, S. M. Dumbacher; Univ. of Cincinnati, Struct. Dyn. Research Lab.; USA.

Flow induced vibro-acoustic response due to rotor-stator interaction (RSI) in a large hydraulic power plant
L. Lecce, F. Barbato; University of Naples "Federico II", Dept. Aeronautical Eng.; Italy.
M. Iadevaia; LMS International; Belgium.
C. Mirone, F. di Maso; ENEL - DST/SMP; Italy.

Quality assessment of the acoustic velocity field for general finite element meshes
Ph. Bouillard, J. -F. Allard, G. Warzee; ULB, Dept. of Continuum Mechanics; Belgium.

Modelling the vibrational characteristics of stator cores of large electrical machines
S. D. Garvey, J. E. T. Penny; Aston University, Dep. Mech. and Electrical Engineering; UK.
M. I. Friswell; University of Wales Swansea, Dept. Mech. Eng.; UK.
Walker

Energy dissipation in thin air layers
W. M. Beltman, P. J. M. van der Hoogt, R. M. E. J. Spiering, H. Tijdeman; University of Twente, Dep. of Mech. Eng.; The Netherlands.

Preliminary validation of Acusys to analyse instabilities in the non linear combustion zone-plant acoustic interaction
A. Brighenti, D. Contiero; Systems & Adv. Techn. Eng.; Italy.

Noise generated by machines: development of measurement methods
G. Miccoli; CEMOTER, Ist. per le Macchine Mov. terra e Veicoli Fuorist.; Italy.
G. L. Rossi; università degli Studi di Ancona, Dip. di Meccanica; Italy.

Noise and Vibration Harshness

Experimental evaluation of an optimization program for a front wheel drive engine mount system
C. B. Nel; Technikon Pretoria, Dep. of Mech. Eng.; Republic of South Africa.
P. S. Heyns; University of Pretoria; Republic of South Africa.

identification, quantification and reduction of structure borne road noise in a midsize passenger car
L. Gielen, P. J. G. Van der Linden; LMS International; Belgium.
R. Deges; Ford Werke AG; Germany.

Hybrid test-analytical modelling for structure borne noise prediction
A. Queckenberg; Mercedes-Benz AG; Germany.

Sound quality evaluation of transient sound and its improvement by structural modification
T. Toi, Y. Nagashima, N. Okubo; Chuo University, Dept. Precision Mechanics, CAMAL; Japan.

The acoustic effect of the cabin enclosure and its approximate inversion
L. Gredmaier; ISVR, Automotive Group; UK.

High-frequency NVH optimization using energy techniques
U. Fingberg; FORD-Werke AG, ACC-MF/PZ-PEN2; Germany.
T. Bharj; FORD-Motor Company, CAE NVH Development; USA.
B. Cimerman; Vibro-Acoustic Sciences Inc.; USA.

Improvement of the 2nd EO booming noise of a diesel engine car. Application of TPA including structure-borne noise and airborne noise
G. Koners; Mercedes-Benz AG EP/CFA; Germany.

An investigation of the structurally induced acoustic field in the interior cavity of a passenger vehicle
D. Morrey, F. R. Whear
F. R. Whear; ABB Rail Vehicles; UK.

Vibrations in transmissions and drivelines

Diesel engine cylinder pressure reconstruction
R. B. Randall, H. Ngu; UNSW, School Mech. and Manuf. Eng.; Australia.

Parameter estimation in dynamic models of gear drives using the forced response and the model method
G. Dalpiaz, A. Rivola, R. Rubini; University of Bologna, DIEM; Italy.

Frequency domain versus cepstrum technique for machinery diagnostics and input waveform reconstruction
G. D. Cassini, W. D'Ambrogio, A. Sestieri; Università di Roma "La Sapienza", Dip. Mecc. & Aeronautica; Italy.

Operation of flexible mechanisms at high speed
A. Aanaque; Ecole Mohammedia d'Ingenieurs, Dept. Genie Mecanique; Morocco.
S. D. Garvey, J. E. T. Penny; Aston University, Dep. Mech. and Electrical Engineering; UK.
M. I. Friswell; University of Wales Swansea, Dept. Mech. Eng.; UK.

Quality assessment of computational models

Study of the vibration of thin rectangular plates with punctual boundary conditions
Y. Murer, F. Simon, S. Pauzin; CERT/ONERA, Complex Aérospatial de Lespinet; France.

Model updating

On the use of multiple boundary conditions for the adjustment of finite element models: an experimental study
D. Alves Rade, M. A. V. Duarte, L. A. da Silva; Universidade Federal de Uberlândia; Brasil.

Determination of coherence length among the surface of an engine model
P. Mas, F. Augusztinovicz; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Dynamic updating of piping networks - identification of boundary conditions
M. Gaudin, J. L. Trollé; EDF, Direction Etudes et Recherche; France.
G. Coffignal; ENSAM; France.

The use of boundary masses in model updating and damage detection
M. Karpel; Technion, Fac. of Aerospace Eng.; Israel.
S. Ricci; Politecnico di Milano, Dip. di Ingegneria Aerospaziale; Italy.

Optimum choice of parameters for multiple measurement sets
M. I. Friswell; University of Wales Swansea, Dept. Mech. Eng.; UK.
S. D. Garvey, J. E. T. Penny; Aston University, Dep. Mech. and Electrical Engineering; UK.

Evaluation of two updating methods for dissipative models on a real structure
P. Moine, L. Billet; EDF, Dir. des Etudes et Rech. V105; France.
D. Aubry; Ecole centrale de Paris; France.

Updating methods applied to spatial electronic equipments
R. Kenda, Y. Wu, C. Conti; Faculté Polytechnique de Mons, MR; Belgium.
E. Filippi; Alcatel Bell SDT (BP 4008); Belgium.

Use of generic elements for model updating
S. Ziaei-Rad, M. Imregun; Imperial College, Mechanical Eng. Dept.; UK.

Testing of FRF based model updating methods using a general finite element program
R. Pascual, J. C. Golinval; Université de Liège, Aerospace Lab.; Belgium.

Optimisation of passive noise and vibration control

Active noise and vibration control

Active acoustic control of lightweight structures with piezoceramic actuators at higher frequencies
R. Maier, M. Bebesel; Daimler-Benz AG, F1M/GA; Germany.

Nonlinearities in tuned loudspeaker enclosures for active noise control
L. A. Blondel; Faculté Polytechnique de Mons, Serv. de Physique Générale; Belgium.
S. J. Elliott; University of Southampton, ISVR; UK.

Active resonator for noise control
R. Maier, M. Pucher; Daimler-Benz AG, F1M/GA; Germany.

Experience of active control of noise from HVAC and industrial equipment
G. Leventhall, S. Wise; Digisonix Inc.; USA.

Implementation of an active noise control system in a double-glazing window
P. De Fonseca, P. Sas, H. Van Brussel; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Active electro-pneumatic suspension system
G. J. Stein; Slovak Academy of Sciences, Inst. Materials & Mach. Mech; Slovakia.

Neural networks based controller for active vibration control
T. Uhl, T. Salamon, Z. Korendo; Univ. of Mining and Metallurgy, Dept. Robotics; Poland.

Instrumentation, transducers

Statistical Energy Analysis

The process to experimentally identify the Statistical Energy Analysis parameters of industrial structures: step by step
L. Hermans, K. Wyckaert; LMS International; Belgium.
K. Delanghe; LMS NT; Belgium.

Energy flow analysis

Two-dimentional short wave vibrations: complex envelope solution
A. Carcaterra, L. Adamo; Università di Roma "La Sapienza", Dip. Mecc. & Aeronautica; Italy.

Measuring flexural power flow in beams using a spatial-domain regressive discrete fourier series
José Inácio Piva; Equipamentos Clark Ltda.; Brazil.

New nondestructive method to estimate parameters of a dynamic deformation field in machines and structures
V. M. Rodushkin; IMASh RAN, Dept. Exper. Mech; Russia.

Practical investigation of structural energy flow by means of intensity, energy flow, and point power measurements
G. Rasmussen; G. R. A. S.; .
R. W. Bono, M. J. Lally; The Modal Shop. Inc.; USA.

Response randomness of mechanical waveguides using sensitivity analysis
Antonio Carcaterra; INSEAN; Italy.

Strategies for active vibration control using a structural power flow approach
José Robert de Franca Arruda; Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Dep. de Mech. Computac.; Brazil.
I. Moens; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Identification of flexural waves in a pipe for the characterization of a pump
H. Andriambololona, Ph. Derbyshire; EDF, Acoust. & Vibration Mech. Branch; France.

Experimental validation of Energy Flow Analysis on a two dimensional frame.
I. Moens, D. Vandepitte,P. Sas; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Vibrational Energy flow measurement using a high density technique
A. R. Fleszar, H. A. Eversen, C. D. Van Karsen; Michigan Technological University, Dynamic Sysrems Lab.; USA.

Faillure detection and condition assessment using dynamic characteristics

Construction of time-dependent spectra using wavelet analysis for determination of global damage
R. C. Micaletti, A. S. Çakmak; Princeton University; USA.
S. R. K. Nielsen, P. H. Kirkegaard; Aalborg University; Denmark.

Damage detection by eigenfrequency measurements in macroelement divided structures
L. Balis Crema, A. Castellani; Università "La Sapienza"; Italy.

Comparison of model updating methods adapted to local error detection
P. Collignon, J. C. Golinval; Université de Liège, Aerospace Lab.; Belgium.

Model based damage detection from vibration data
C. -P. Fritzen, D. Buchen; Institute of Mechanics and Control Eng. , University of Siegen; Germany.

Nonlinear vibration of cracked structures: the practical implications of some recent research results
J. A. Brandon; University of Wales,
Cardiff School of Eng.; UK.

Damage assessment for a beam with multiple cracks
R. Ruotolo, C. Surace; Politecnico di Torino; Italy.

Damage diagnosis of rotors based on measured flexural vibrations and a bank of Filters
S. Seibold; ITWM; Germany.
M. Orth; Universität Kaiserslautern; Germany.

Robust reliability of multiple-hypothesis Kalman filters concerning crack diagnosis in rotors
S. Seibold; ITWM; Germany.
Y. Ben-Haim; Technion Israel Institute of Technology; Israel.

Model updating and damage detection using structural synthesis transformation (SST)
F. Mastroddi, R. Denni; Università di Roma "La Sapienza", Dip. Aerospaziale; Italy.

Error localization using power spectra
A. Nauerz; Univ. Kaiserslautern, Lehrstuhl für Technische Mechanik; Germany.
C. -P. Fritzen; University of Siegen, Inst. of Mech. & Control Eng.; Germany.

Failure detection in small structures using temperature dependant dynamic characteristics
K. -E. Hilmi, D. Turner; British Aerospace Ltd. , Dynamics Division; UK.

Structural damage detection from substructure modes
H. Ahmadian, J. E. Mottershead; The University of Liverpool, Dep. of Mechanical Eng.; UK.
M. I. Friswell; University of Wales Swansea, Dept. Mech. Eng.; UK.

Identifying non-linear characteristics by a wavelet method with application specific basic functions
B. Verbeure, H. Van Brussel, P. Sas; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Structural dynamics optimisation

On the optimization of vehicle dynamics
J. A. F. Borges, V. Steffen Jr.; Federal University of Uberlândia, Mech. Eng. Dep.; Brazil.

Optimising the dynamic response of automotive body panels
D. Morrey, M. Barr; Oxford Brookes University; UK.

Shape optimisation of elastomeric vibration isolators based on the genetic method
R. Muscia; University of Trieste, Dept. of Energetics; Italy.

Structural optimisation of translational system with linear electric motor and aerostatics guides used to the machine tools
C. Dogariù, F. Al-Bender, W. Heylen; K.U.Leuven; Belgium.

Design and qualification of equipment trays in high dynamic environment
W. Luber; Daimler Benz Aerospace AG, Mil. Aircraft LME24; Germany.

Modal analysis and vibration behaviour of a magnetically suspended flywheel energy storage device
M. Ahrens, L. Kucera; ICMB, ETH Zurich; Switzerland.

A novel approach to structural design using biological models
G. R. Tomlinson, R. Wardle; University of Sheffield, Dep. of Mech. & Process Eng.; UK.

Substructuring

Super-element representations of a model with frequency dependent properties
E. Balmès; ONERA/ORVS; France.

Experimental modal analysis of large structures by substructuring
S. Ricci; Politecnico di Milano, Dip. di Ingeneria Aerospaziale; Italy.
M. Karpel; Technion, Fac. of Aerospace Eng.; Israel.

Modal versus response coupling: comparison of predictions when using the same input data
M. L. M. Duarte, D. J. Ewins; Imperial College of Science Techn. and Medicine, Mech. Eng. Dep.; UK.

An exact procedure for structural dynamic reanalysis problems
M. A. V. Duarte, C. R. Ribeiro, D. Alves Rade; Universidade Federal de Uberlândia; Brazil.

The influence of substructures' matrices incompleteness in the impedance coupling process
L. Bregant; University of Trieste, Dip. di Energitica; Italy.

Structural dynamic modification using substructure response function sensitivity method (SRFSM)
TaeHan Jee, J. Jung, Y. Park; Yonsei University, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering; Korea.

Rotating machinery

Turbomachinery foundation identification using foundation modal parameters
N. S. Feng, E. J. Hahn; UNSW, Applied Mechanics Dept.; Australia.

Spline application in transient vibrations of rotating blades during speed changes
D. Szwedowicz; CENIDET, Mechanical Dept.; Mexico.
J. Szwedowicz; ABB Turbo Systems Ltd. , Thermal Mach. Lab.; Switzerland.

Diagnostics in a powerplant station using zoom order tracking
S. Gade, H. Herlufsen, H. Konstantin-Hansen; Brüel & Kjær, Industrial Management division; Denmark.

Modal analysis of rotor bearing systems using monophase modal vectors
M. Rades; University Politehnica of Bucharest, Dept. Engineering Sciences; Romania.

Hydrodynamic bearings lubrication analysis using finite elements method
A. Aiad, Dj. Boukhelef, S. Mahmoudi; Université de Blida, Inst. de Mécanique; Algeria.

Order tracking with the time variant discrete fourier transform
J. R. Blough, D. L. Brown; Univ. of Cincinnati, Struct. Dyn. Research Lab.; USA.

New PC and MS-Windows based multichannel digital order tracking analysis system
S. Gade; Brüel & Kjær, Industrial Management division; Denmark.

Rotating shaft modelupdating from modal data by a direct energy approach: a feasibility study
S. Audebert; EDF. , Dep. Acousticque & Mécan. Vibratoire; France.
A. Girard, J. Chatelain; Intespace - EI/ED; France.

Active control of non-linear vibration in a single link flexible manipulator
Thanh Lan Vu, J. Pan, J. P. Trevelyan, C. Bao; University of Western Australia; Australia.

Active Damping of cable-stayed bridges
Y. Achkire, A. Preumont; ULB, Dept. Mechanical Eng. and Robotics; Belguim.

Artificial damping of microvibrations for optical telecommunication payloads using a novel design of a structural isolation interface
O. Døssing; Rovsing; Denmark.

Active control of rolling noise in a passenger car through structural and acoustic control
W. Dehandschutter; K.U.Leuven, PMA; Belgium.
G. L. Banfo; ELESA; Italy.

Hybrid feedback-feedforward control for noise and vibration suppression
A. Preumont, P. De Man; ULB, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering; Belgium.
Ch. Carme; TECHNOFIRST; France.