Alternative to traditional systems of vibration control of rotating machinery

Abstract

The main objective of this paper is the comparison between the efficiency of vibration control systems of rotating machinery, in order to present alternatives for the cases in which it is not possible or convenient to use traditional systems. Moreover, the formulation of the theoretical dynamic load that should be used in the dynamic analysis is discussed. An experimental and numerical study is presented considering as an alternative system of vibration absorption the incorporation of masses on the support structure. Masses of 5, 10, and 15 per cent of the total mass of the vibrating machinery are included in the analysis. A set of tests about a case study on the spring (traditional) and built-in masses (alternative) systems is presented. Moreover, a linear dynamic analysis of the models with a finite element code was carried out. The behaviour of the built-in masses system is very good, reducing the acceleration response on the support structure to levels comparable to traditional systems.

Keywords

vibration control systems passive mass damper base isolation rotating machinery tests finite elements

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