This review article provides an overview of the problems pertaining to structural dynamics
with bolted joints. These problems are complex in nature because every joint involves …

The nonlinear transfer behaviour of an assembled structure such as a large lightweight
space structure is caused by the nonlinear influence of structural connections. Bolted or …

The dynamic response of individual components in an assembled structure shows high
accuracy compared to experimental measurements of the system response. However, when …

Friction contacts are used to transmit forces or to dissipate energy. A better understanding of
friction phenomena can result in improvements like the reduction of noise and maintenance …

This paper focuses on an experimental investigation of the mechanical behavior of bolted
joints. A new test apparatus to measure friction hysteresis was designed to provide a reliable …

The complex dynamics of a frictional contact interface have been the subject of many
research investigations. However, a comprehensive model has not been proposed that can …

This article presents a novel second-order output spectrum–based method for detecting and
localizing multiple bolt loosening faults in complex structures with a sensor chain. This new …

The dynamic influence of joints in aero-engine rotor systems is investigated in this paper.
Firstly, the tangential stiffness and loss factor are obtained from an isolated lap joint setup …

A theoretical analysis method is proposed for bolted joint under low frequency torsional
excitation, based on which the changes of bolt axial force can be divided into three …

The damping due to bolted or riveted joints in the dynamics of assembled structures
subjected to pyro-shock has been studied. A relevant effect in this phenomenon is the micro …