Making Sense of Large FEA NVH Databases using SEA Concepts

The paper presents an energetic post-processing methodology for large-scale vibro-acoustic finite element models. Starting from a dynamic and an acoustic modal basis produced by a finite element analysis (FEA), the methodology produces: 1synthetic and pertinent energetic outputs; 2optimal SEA partit...

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Main Authors: Van den Nieuwenhof, Benoît, Lielens, Grégory, Coyette, Jean-Pierre, Guyader, Jean-Louis, Totaro, Nicolas, Bouvet, Pascal
Format: Report
Language:English
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Summary:The paper presents an energetic post-processing methodology for large-scale vibro-acoustic finite element models. Starting from a dynamic and an acoustic modal basis produced by a finite element analysis (FEA), the methodology produces: 1synthetic and pertinent energetic outputs; 2optimal SEA partitions of the finite element mesh; 3quality indicators of existing SEA partitions. The methodology involves six different steps, some required, some optional: 1automatic partitioning of the FEA model in patches; 2calculation of distribution matrices; 3definition of mechanical loads; 4definition of damping characteristics; 5modal-based vibro-acoustic response calculation; 6energetic post-processing; 7automatic partitioning in SEA subsystems; 8verification of existing SEA partitions. Each step will be presented in turn. The methodology will be illustrated by application of the successive steps to a Renault Laguna body and an Alstom two-storey TGV train section.
ISSN:0148-7191
2688-3627
DOI:10.4271/2007-01-2183