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Basics of Experimental Modal Analysis Modal analysis is a method to describe a structure in terms of its natural characteristics which are the frequency, damping and mode shapes – its dynamic properties. Without using a rigorous mathematical treatment, this article will introduce some concepts about how structures vibrate and some of the mathematical tools used to solve structural dynamic problems. What Good are Modal Data? Modal data are extremely useful information This is a mathematical process which uses that can assist in the design of almost any modal data (frequency, damping and mode structure. The understanding and visualiza- shapes) to determine the effects of changes tion of mode shapes is invaluable in the in the system characteristics due to physical design process. It helps identify weakness structural changes. in the design and areas where improvement These calculations can be performed with- is needed. out actually having to physically modify the Polytec GmbH The development of a modal model, from actual structure until a suitable set of design Polytec-Platz 1-7 either frequency response measurements or changes is achieved. 76337 Waldbronn from a finite element model, is useful for Germany simulation and design studies. One of these Tel.+49 (0)72 43 6 04-0 studies is structural dynamics modification. Fax +49 (0)72 43 69944 Lm@polytec.de Advancing Measurements by Light