As the grid evolves with electrification, distributed energy resources, and telecommunications, utilities face increasing demands for rapid, accurate structural assessments.

A team of researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) has introduced a novel framework for monitoring structural vibrations using diffractive optical processors. This new ...

Discover how researchers are revolutionizing civil engineering with a new deep learning model that can analyze complex structural systems faster and more accurately than ever before. Learn about the ...

Utilize advanced techniques to evaluate structures. Advanced analysis is necessary for structures that are complex, exhibit finite deformations, are loaded beyond their first yield point, or ...

Aircraft structures are prone to vibrations due to their lightweight construction. In most cases, these vibrations are not critical. They decay due to damping effects from aerodynamic forces and ...

Structural testing is a crucial process for validating the integrity, safety, and durability of materials and finished ...

NOTE: Click on images or equations to make them larger. Last month’s column discussed the basics of simulating resonant or natural vibration frequencies as an introduction to performing advanced ...

There's typically no way around it. At some time during a motor's life, it is likely to experience high vibration levels. What's behind this maintenance phenomenon? The cause may be an electromagnetic ...