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Area of Science:

  • Structural Dynamics
  • Multi-body Interaction Dynamics
  • Nonlinear Analysis

Background:

  • Projectile structures experience complex nonlinear responses.
  • Existing models may lack accuracy in predicting these dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a theoretical model for simulating nonlinear response amplification in projectile structures.
  • To provide a robust non-linear dynamic analysis method.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a theoretical approach based on multi-body interaction dynamics.
  • Constructed a simulation model for nonlinear response.
  • Validated the model against experimental data for acceleration and strain.

Main Results:

  • The theoretical model accurately simulates the nonlinear response amplification of projectile structures.
  • Model predictions for acceleration and strain closely matched experimental data.
  • Demonstrated the model's accuracy and universality.

Conclusions:

  • The developed theoretical model offers a reliable method for predicting projectile structural dynamics.
  • This provides a valuable non-linear dynamic analysis tool from a structural dynamics perspective.