Analytical, numerical and experimental investigation of a tunable, nonlinear multi-degree-of-freedom parametrically excited amplifier

A. Dolev, I. Bucher

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Abstract

A tunable, multi-degree-of-freedom, parametrically excited amplifier is introduced as an apparatus capable of shifting slow, weak signals to higher frequencies, by exploiting the amplifier natural resonances via controlled parametric excitation and nonlinear feedback. This device can find use as a signal amplifier and as a spectrum control device. A tuned dual-frequency signal is created to parametrically excite (pump) the system and produce the desired energy shift. The pump signal is applied by a controlled electromechanical actuator, and is modified in-situ according to the slow frequency signal and the desired response. A three DOF model is introduced, and the governing nonlinear EOM are derived and solved analytically via asymptotic methods and verified with numerical simulations. A parametric design of an experimental rig was carried out, and the importance of experimental calibration and system identification is emphasized. Some preliminary experimental results are provided with favorable agreement with the theory.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of ISMA 2016 - International Conference on Noise and Vibration Engineering and USD2016 - International Conference on Uncertainty in Structural Dynamics
EditorsPaul Sas, David Moens, Axel van de Walle
PublisherKU Leuven, Departement Werktuigkunde
Pages1551-1565
Number of pages15
ISBN (Electronic)9789073802940
StatePublished - 2016
Event27th International Conference on Noise and Vibration Engineering, ISMA 2016 and International Conference on Uncertainty in Structural Dynamics, USD2016 - Leuven, Belgium
Duration: 19 Sep 201621 Sep 2016

Publication series

NameProceedings of ISMA 2016 - International Conference on Noise and Vibration Engineering and USD2016 - International Conference on Uncertainty in Structural Dynamics

Conference

Conference27th International Conference on Noise and Vibration Engineering, ISMA 2016 and International Conference on Uncertainty in Structural Dynamics, USD2016
Country/TerritoryBelgium
CityLeuven
Period19/09/1621/09/16

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanics of Materials
  • Acoustics and Ultrasonics

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