This paper focuses on the modelling of structures equipped with Macro Fiber Composite (MFC) transducers. Based on the uniform field method under the plane stress assumption, we derive analytical mixing rules in order to evaluate equivalent properties for d 31 and d 33 MFC transducers. In particular, mixing rules are derived for the longitudinal and transverse piezoelectric coefficients of MFCs. These mixing rules are validated using finite element computations and experimental results available from the literature.
The novel frequency adaptation scheme is based on the adaptive Fourier analyzer suggested by Nagy. The frequency adaptation method was elaborated with a view to realizing a detector connectivity check on an FPGA in a new beam loss monitoring (BLM) system, currently being developed for beam setup and machine protection of the particle accelerators at the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN). The paper summarizes the Fourier analyzer to the extent relevant to this work and the basic principle of the related frequency adaptation methods. It then outlines the suggested new scheme, presents practical considerations for implementing it and underpins it with an example and the corresponding operational experience. K : Control and monitor systems online; Data processing methods; Detector control systems (detector and experiment monitoring and slow-control systems, architecture, hardware, algorithms, databases); Digital signal processing (DSP)
Aims and Scope of the SeriesThe fundamental questions arising in mechanics are: Why?, How?, and How much? The aim of this series is to provide lucid accounts written by authoritative researchers giving vision and insight in answering these questions on the subject of mechanics as it relates to solids.The scope of the series covers the entire spectrum of solid mechanics. Thus it includes the foundation of mechanics; variational formulations; computational mechanics; statics, kinematics and dynamics of rigid and elastic bodies: vibrations of solids and structures; dynamical systems and chaos; the theories of elasticity, plasticity and viscoelasticity; composite materials; rods, beams, shells and membranes; structural control and stability; soils, rocks and geomechanics; fracture; tribology; experimental mechanics; biomechanics and machine design.
This paper reports on a six-axis vibration isolator for space applications. It is divided into three parts. The first part recalls the principles of active isolation and summarizes the main theoretical results for multiple-axis decentralized control based on force feedback. The second part discusses the technology and describes the evolution of the design over the five years of this project. The third part is devoted to the identification of the transmissibility matrix and the performance evaluation. Zero-gravity tests in parabolic flight are reported. The isolator is proved efficient in a frequency band between 5 Hz and 400 Hz, with a maximum attenuation of-40 dB between 50 Hz and 200 Hz.
This paper describes the results of a six-year project aiming at designing and constructing a flapping twin-wing robot of the size of hummingbird (Colibri in French) capable of hovering. Our prototype has a total mass of 22 g, a wing span of 21 cm and a flapping frequency of 22 Hz; it is actively stabilized in pitch and roll by changing the wing camber with a mechanism known as wing twist modulation. The proposed design of wing twist modulation effectively alters the mean lift vector with respect to the center of gravity by reorganization of the airflow. This mechanism is modulated by an onboard control board which calculates the corrective feedback control signals through a closed-loop PD controller in order to stabilize the robot. Currently, there is no control on the yaw axis which is passively stable, and the vertical position is controlled manually by tuning the flapping frequency. The paper describes the recent evolution of the various subsystems: the wings, the flapping mechanism, the generation of control torques, the avionics and the PD control. The robot has demonstrated successful hovering flights with an on-board battery for the flight autonomy of 15-20 s.
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