A major challenge to the structural dynamicist is to validate mathematical models of large space structures which cannot be ground tested because of its size and/or flexibility. The paper presents a Multiple Boundary Condition Test (MBCT) approach which allows a systematic validation of the mathematical model by performing a number of ground tests on a large structure with variable boundary conditions.A numerical simulation is presented which illustrates the validity of the MBCT including some of the potential limitations.
Multiple Boundary Condition Test (MBCT) Approach to Update Mathematical Models of Large Flexible Structures
Sae Technical Papers
Aerospace Technology Conference and Exposition ; 1985
1985-10-01
Conference paper
English