A sensitivity-based approach to solving the inverse eigenvalue problem for linear structures carrying lumped attachments

摘要

This paper presents an efficient algorithm for designing dynamical systems to exhibit a desired spectrum of eigenvalues. Focusing on combined systems of linear structures carrying various lumped element attachments, we apply the assumed-modes method and the implicit function theorem to derive analytical expressions for eigenvalue sensitivities, which are used to efficiently determine the minimal set of structural modifications needed to achieve a set of desired eigenvalues. The proposed algorithm employs an adaptive step size, performs significantly better than existing approaches, and can be easily applied to a broad range of structures. Convergence properties and limitations on achievable eigenvalues are also discussed, and a number of case studies demonstrating the performance of the algorithm in a wide variety of different applications are also included.