Vibration LaboratoryIn the Vibration Lab students investigate physical systems. Experiments include: observing frequency response of a system, determining natural frequencies and mode shapes of systems and measuring the effect of a vibration absorber. Motion is caused by motors or shakers or hammers acting on a variety of structures. Measurement of motion is made with piezoelectric accelerometers. Students also use signal processing equipment such as filters and a Fourier analyzer. In addition to the structural vibration capabilities, the laboratory also contains basic sound measurement instruments.
