On the theory of random decrement

R Brincker, S Amador - Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, 2022 - Elsevier
In this paper, we will give a short overview of the theory of the random decrement (RD)
technique invented around 1970 by Henry Cole for structural response analysis, and …

Random decrement technique for detection and characterization of nonlinear behavior

KK Vesterholm, R Brincker, A Brandt - Mechanical Systems and Signal …, 2020 - Elsevier
When performing operational modal analysis, the mechanical system being investigated is
assumed to be linear. If this assumption is not true, errors could be made when estimating …

Conditional linear approximation of nonlinear systems using Operational Modal Analysis

T Friis, KK Vesterholm, EI Katsanos… - … Control and Health …, 2021 - Wiley Online Library
Dynamic characteristics of structures in operational conditions are commonly identified from
measured responses using Operational Modal Analysis (OMA). The OMA techniques are …

[PDF][PDF] Localizing nonlinear behavior from response measurement

KK Vesterholm, A Brandt - Proceedings of the International …, 2020 - past.isma-isaac.be
The process of characterizing a nonlinearity can be defined as determining three things;
location, type, and functional form. In the present study it is investigated if the random …