In several previous papers the authors discussed the experimental determination and the mathematical modeling of hysteresis via the Masing model, in particular with view to the hysteresis in the transverse vibrations of cables (see [1-7]). In these papers, the authors focused on the energy dissipation in periodic (forced) or slowly deca ying vibrations rather than an arbitrary, general motion. Locally in the cable, the relation between the bending moments and the curvature was described by several Jenkin elements in addition tp a constant bending stiffness term. Experimental data obtained in a simple test rig were then used to identify the parameters of the Jenkin elements.
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