Introduction

Illustrative Examples

Dynamic Behaviour

Statics Vs Dynamics

Types of Dynamic Load

Wind Vs Earthquakes

Knowledge Checks for 'Introduction to Structural Dynamics'

Learning Objectives

Introduction

Initial Example

Undamped SDOF

Undamped SDOF – Free Vibration Equation of Motion

Example Problem 1

Damped SDOFs - Introduction

Damped SDOFs – Equation of Motion

Damped SDOF Response - Interpretation

Example Problem 2

Knowledge Checks for 'Single Degree of Freedom Systems (SDOFs) '

Learning Objectives

Periodic Loading of SDOFs

Periodic loading – Equation of Motion for SDOF

Response Ratio

Dynamic Amplification Factor

Resonance

General Dynamic Loading

Example Problem 3

Knowledge Checks for 'Forced Vibrations of SDOFs'

Learning Objectives

SDOF Vs MDOF

MDOF Equations of Motion

Mode Shapes

Two Degree of Freedom (DOF) Example

Example Problem 4

Knowledge Checks for 'Multi Degree of Freedom Systems (MDOFs)'

Learning Objectives

Damping - Introduction

Sources of Damping

Structural Control

Supplemental Damping Devices (TMDs)

TMDs in Practice

General Practical Dynamic Advice

Knowledge Checks for 'Dynamics of Civil Engineering Structures'

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