Understanding vibration testing – fundamentals for practical application

Many products, as components in automobiles, industrial plants, or other technical systems, are constantly exposed to vibrations. The resulting forces can impair function, deform housings, or, in the worst case, lead to the destruction of individual components. To prevent such risks, susceptibility to failure under vibration conditions must be considered early in the product development process.

This seminar provides information on the fundamentals and practical aspects of vibration testing. In addition to a theoretical introduction, typical test setups and procedures will be demonstrated in the laboratory. This will give participants a solid understanding of the requirements and possibilities of modern vibration testing technology.

Employees from development, approval, quality management, design engineers,
test technicians and engineers, as well as importers and plant operators.

Part 1: Theoretical Introduction to Vibration Testing

• Relevant norms and testing standards
• Fundamental modes of vibration
  • Sinusoidal oscillations
  • Noise-like oscillations
  • Mechanical shock
• Overview of vibration excitation systems
• Vibration measurement: Sensors
• Measurement uncertainty
• Test setups and typical challenges

Part 2: Practical demonstration in the laboratory

• Live demonstration of vibration tests
• Insight into test setups and measurement procedures
• Discussion of typical sources of error and optimization opportunities

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