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MSC.Nastran Bibliography

Dynamics: Analysis/Test Correlation

Allen, James J.; Martinez, David R. Techniques for Implementing Structural Model Identification Using Test Data, Sandia National Laboratories, June, 1990, (SAND90-1185). 

Anker, J. C. Checks that Pay, Proc. of the MSC/NASTRAN Eur. Users' Conf., May, 1984. 

Blakely, Ken; Howard, G. E.; Walton, W. B.; Johnson, B. A.; Chitty, D. E. Comparison of a Nonlinear Dynamic Model of a Piping System to Test Data, 7th Int. Conf. on Struct. Mech. in Reactor Tech., August, 1983. 

Blakely, Ken; Walton, W. B. Selection of Measurement and Parameter Uncertainties for Finite Element Model Revision, 2nd Int. Modal Analysis Conf., February, 1984. 

Blakely, Ken. Updating MSC/NASTRAN Models to Match Test Data, The MSC 1991 World Users' Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 50, March, 1991. 

Blakely, Ken. Revising MSC/NASTRAN Models to Match Test Data, Proc. of the 9th Int. Modal Analysis Conf., April, 1991. 

Blakely, Ken. Get the Model Right, then Run the Analysis, Machine Design, October 24, 1991. 

Blakely, Ken; Rose, Ted. Cross-Orthogonality Calculations for Pre-Test Planning and Model Verification, The MSC 1993 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 72, May, 1993. 

Blakely, Ken; Bush, Richard. Using MSC/NASTRAN to Match Dynamic Test Data, Proc. of the Int. Conf. on Structural Dynamics Modelling, July, 1993. 

Blakely, Ken; Rose, Ted. Cross-Orthogonality Calculations for Pre-Test Planning and Model Verification, Proc. of the 20th MSC European Users' Conf., September, 1993. 

Blakely, Ken. Matching Frequency Response Test Data with MSC/NASTRAN, MSC 1994 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 17, June 1994. 

Blakely, Ken. Matching Frequency Response Test Data with MSC/NASTRAN, Proc. of the 21st MSC European User's Conf., Italian Session, September, 1994. 

Brillhart, Ralph; Hunt, David L.; Kammer, Daniel C.; Jensen, Brent M.; Mason, Donald R. Modal Survey and Test-Analysis Correlation of the Space Shuttle SRM, Proc. of the 6th Int. Modal Analysis Conf., pp. 863-870, February, 1988. 

Brughmans, Marc; Leuridan, Jan; Blauwkamp, Kevin. The Application of FEM-EMA Correlation and Validation Techniques on a Body-in-White, The MSC 1993 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 6, May, 1993. 

Brughmans, M.; Lembregts, PhD. F.; Furini, PhD. F.; Storrer, O. Modal Test on the Pininfarina Concept Car Body "ETHOS 1", Actes de la 2ème Confèrence Française Utilisateurs des Logiciels MSC, Toulouse, France, September, 1995. 

Brughmans, M.; Lembregts, F, Ph.D.; Furini, F., Ph.D. Modal Test on the Pininfarina Concept Car Body "ETHOS 1", MSC 1995 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 5, May, 1995. 

Budynas, R.; Kolhatkar, S. Modal Analysis of a Robot Arm Using Finite Element Analysis and Modal Testing, Proc. of the 8th Int. Modal Analysis Conf., Vol. I, pp. 67-70, January, 1990. 

Budynas, R. G.; Krebs, D. Modal Correlation of Test and Finite Element Results Using Cross Orthogonality with a Reduced Mass Matrix Obtained by Modal Reduction and NASTRAN's Generalized Dynamic Reduction Solution, Proc. of the 9th Int. Modal Analysis Conf., Vol. I, pp. 549-554, April, 1991. 

Butler, Thomas G. Test vs. Analysis: A Discussion of Methods, Fourteenth NASTRAN Users' Colloq., pp. 173-186, May, 1986, (NASA CP-2419). 

Call, V.; Mason, D. Space Shuttle Redesigned Solid Rocket Booster Structural Dynamic Predictions and Correlations of Liftoff, AIAA/SAE/ASME/ASEE 26th Joint Propulsion Conf., Paper No. AIAA 90-2081, July, 1990. 

Chung, Y. T. Model Reduction and Model Correlation Using MSC/NASTRAN, MSC 1995 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 8, May, 1995. 

Coladonato, Robert J. Development of Structural Dynamic Test Evnironments for Subsystems and Components, Seventh NASTRAN Users' Colloq., pp. 85-110, October, 1978, (NASA CP-2062). 

Coppolino, Robert N. Integrated Dynamic Test/Analysis Processor Overview, MSC/NASTRAN Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 5, March, 1986. 

Cronkhite, J. D. Development, Documentation and Correlation of a NASTRAN Vibration Model of the AH-1G Helicopter Airframe, NASTRAN: Users' Exper., pp. 273-294, October, 1976, (NASA TM X-3428). 

Dascotte, E.; Von Estorff, O.; Wandinger, J. Validation and Updating of MSC/NASTRAN Finite Element Models Using Experimental Modal Data, Proc. of the 20th MSC European Users' Conf., Paper No. 10, September, 1993. 

de Boer, A.; Kooi, B. W. A DMAP for Updating Dynamic Mathematical Models with Respect to Measured Data, Proc. of the MSC/NASTRAN Eur. Users' Conf., May, 1986. 

Deger, Yasar. Modal Analysis of a Concrete Gravity Dam - Linking FE Analysis and Test Results, Proc. of the 20th MSC European Users' Conf., September, 1993. 

Deutschel, Brian W.; Katnik, Richard B.; Bijlani, Mohan; Cherukuri, Ravi. Improving Vehicle Response to Engine and Road Excitation Using Interactive Graphics and Modal Reanalysis Methods, SAE Trans., Paper No. 900817, September, 1991. 

Dirschmid, W.; Nolte, F.; Dunne, L. W. Mathematical Model Updating Using Experimentally Determined Real Eigenvectors, Proc. of the 17th MSC Eur. Users' Conf., Paper No. 4, September, 1990. 

Drago, Raymond J.; Margasahayam, Ravi. Stress Analysis of Planet Gears with Integral Bearings; 3-D Finite Element Model Development and Test Validation, The MSC 1987 World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. I, Paper No. 4, March, 1987. 

Ferg, D.; Foote, L.; Korkosz, G.; Straub, F.; Toossi, M.; Weisenburger, R. Plan, Execute, and Discuss Vibration Measurements, and Correlations to Evaluate a NASTRAN Finite Element Model of the AH-64 Helicopter Airframe, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, January, 1990, (NASA CR-181973). 

Graves, Roger W. Interfacing MSC/NASTRAN with SDRC-IDEAS to Perform Component Mode Synthesis Combining Test, Analytical, and F. E. Data, The MSC 1988 World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 58, March, 1988. 

Hehta, Pravin K. Correlation of a NASTRAN Analysis with Test Measurements for HEAO-2 Optics, MSC/NASTRAN Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 17, March, 1984. 

Herbert, Andrew A.; Currie, A. O.; Wilson, W. Analysis of Automotive Axle Carrier Assembly and Comparison with Test Data, The MSC 1987 World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. I, Paper No. 6, March, 1987. 

Herting, D. N. Parameter Estimation Using Frequency Response Tests, MSC 1994 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 18, June, 1994. 

Jiang, K. C. Finite Element Model Updates Using Modal Test Data, The 1989 MSC World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 48, March, 1989. 

Kabe, Alvar M. Mode Shape Identification and Orthogonalization, AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC 29th Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conf., Paper No. 88-2354, 1988. 

Kammer, Daniel C.; Jensen, Brent M.; Mason, Donald R. Test-Analysis Correlation of the Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Motor Center Segment, J. of Spacecraft, Vol. 26, No. 4, pp. 266-273, March, 1988. 

Kelley, William R.; Isley, L. D. Using MSC/NASTRAN for the Correlation of Experimental Modal Models for Automotive Powertrain Structures, The MSC 1993 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 8, May, 1993. 

Kelley, William R.; Isley, L. Dean; Foster, Thomas J. Dynamic Correlation Study Transfer Case Housings, MSC 1996 World Users' Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 15, June, 1996. 

Kientzy, Donald; Richardson, Mark; Blakely, Ken. Using Finite Element Data to Set Up Modal Tests, Sound and Vibration, June, 1989. 

Lammens, Stefan; Brughmans, Marc; Leuridan, Jan; Sas, Paul. Application of a FRF Based Model Updating Technique for the Validation of Finite Element MOdels of Components of the Automotive Industry, MSC 1995 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 7, May, 1995. 

Lee, John M.; Parker, Grant R. Application of Design Sensitivity Analysis to Improve Correlations Between Analytical and Test Modes, The 1989 MSC World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. I, Paper No. 21, March, 1989. 

Linari, M.; Mancino, E. Application of the MSC/NASTRAN Program to the Study of a Simple Reinforced Concrete Structure in Nonlinear Material Field, Proc. of the 15th MSC/NASTRAN Eur. Users' Conf., October, 1988. 

Lowrey, Richard D. Calculating Final Mesh Size Before Mesh Completion, The MSC 1990 World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 44, March, 1990. 

Marlow, Jill M.; Lindell, Michael C. NASSTAR: An Instructional Link Between MSC/NASTRAN and STAR, Proceedings of the 11th International Modal Analysis Conference, Florida, 1993. 

Masse, Barnard; Pastorel, Henri. Stress Calculation for the Sandia 34-Meter Wind Turbine Using the Local Circulation Method and Turbulent Wind, The MSC 1991 World Users' Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 53, March, 1991. 

Mindle, Wayne L.; Torvik, Peter J. A Comparison of NASTRAN (COSMIC) and Experimental Results for the Vibration of Thick Open Cylindrical Cantilevered Shells, Fourteenth NASTRAN Users' Colloq., pp. 187-204, May, 1986, (NASA CP-2419). 

Morton, Mark H. Application of MSC/NASTRAN for Assurance of Flight Safety and Mission Effectiveness with Regard to Vibration upon Installation of the Stinger Missile on the AH-64A, The MSC 1991 World Users' Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 52, March, 1991. 

Neads, M. A.; Eustace, K. I. The Solution of Complex Structural Systems by NASTRAN within the Building Block Approach, NASTRAN User's Conf., May, 1979. 

Nowak, William. Electro-Mechanical Response Simulation of Electrostatic Voltmeters Using MSC/NASTRAN, The MSC 1993 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 65, May, 1993. 

O'Callahan, Dr. John; Avitabile, Peter; Reimer, Robert. An Application of New Techniques for Integrating Analytical and Experimental Structural Dynamic Models, The 1989 MSC World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 47, March, 1989. 

Ott, Walter; Kaiser, Hans-Jurgen; Meyer, Jurgen. Finite Element Analysis of the Dynamic Behaviour of an Engine Block and Comparison with Experimental Modal Test Results, The MSC 1990 World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. I, Paper No. 14, March, 1990. 

Paolozzi, A. Structural Dynamics Modification with MSC/NASTRAN, Proc. of the 19th MSC European Users' Conf., Paper No. 14, September, 1992. 

Park, H. B.; Suh, J. K.; Cho, H. G.; Jung, G. S. A Study on Idle Vibration Analysis Technique Using Total Vehicle Model, MSC 1995 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 6, May, 1995. 

Parker, Grant R.; Rose, Ted L.; Brown, John J. Kinetic Energy Calculation as an Aid to Instrumentation Location in Modal Testing, The MSC 1990 World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 47, March, 1990. 

Preve, A.; Meneguzzo, M.; Merlo, A.; Zimmer, H. Simulation of Vehicles' Structural Noise: Numerical/Experimental Correlation in the Acoustic Simulation of the Internal Noise, Proc. of the 21st MSC European Users' Conf., Italian Session, September, 1994. 

Rabani, Hadi. Static and Dynamic FEM/Test Correlation of an Automobile Body, The 1989 MSC World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 49, March, 1989. 

Rainer, I. G. MSC/NASTRAN as a Key Tool to Satisfy Increasing Demand for Numerical Simulation Techniques, Proc. of the 20th MSC European Users' Conf., September, 1993. 

Ray, William F. The Use of MSC/NASTRAN and Empirical Data to Verify a Design, MSC/NASTRAN Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 11, March, 1984. 

Scapinello, F.; Colombo, E. An Approach for Detailed Analysis of Complex Structures Avoiding Complete Models, Proc. of the MSC/NASTRAN Eur. Users' Conf., May, 1987. 

Sok-chu, Park; Ishii, Tetsu; Honda, Shigeki; Nagamatsu, Akio. Vibration Analysis and Optimum Design of Press Machines, 1994 MSC Japan Users' Conf. Proc. 

Stack, Charles P.; Cunningham, Timothy J. Design and Analysis of Coriolis Mass Flowmeters Using MSC/NASTRAN, The MSC 1993 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 54, May, 1993. 

Su, Hong. Structural Analysis of Ka-BAND Gimbaled Antennas for a Communications Satellite System, MSC 1996 World Users' Conf. Proc., Vol. IV, Paper No. 33, June, 1996. 

Tawekal, Ricky; Budiyanto, M. Agus. Finite Element Model Correlation for Structures, The MSC 1993 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 73, May, 1993. 

Ting, T.; Ojalvo, I. U. Dynamic Structural Correlation via Nonlinear Programming Techniques, The MSC 1988 World Users Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 57, March, 1988. 

Ting, Tienko; Chen, Timothy L. C. FE Model Refinement with Actual Forced Responses of Aerospace Structures, The MSC 1991 World Users' Conf. Proc., Vol. II, Paper No. 51, March, 1991. 

Ting, Tienko. Test/Analysis Correlation for Multiple Configurations, The MSC 1993 World Users' Conf. Proc., Paper No. 74, May, 1993. 

Ujihara, B. H.; Dosoky, M. M.; Tong, E. T. Improving a NASTRAN Dynamic Model with Test Data Using Linwood, Tenth NASTRAN Users' Colloq., pp. 74-86, May, 1982, (NASA CP-2249). 

Zeischka, H. LMS/Link Correlating and Validating F.E.A. for Dynamic Structure Behaviour with Experimental Modal Analysis, Proc. of the MSC/NASTRAN Eur. Users' Conf., May, 1987. Paper no. 9.