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Damping
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Pantograph/catenary interaction
Rotating machinery
Model reduction and iterative solvers
Test/analysis correlation
Identification and test methods
Structural dynamic modification
Active control
Other

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Structural Dynamics Toolbox :
PDF Manual,Piezo Manual,
HTML Manual
Primer

Theoretical course Notes: Methods for Vibration Design and Validation.
E. Balmes, Ecole Centrale Paris 1997-2017 (still partially in French), Download PDF (3.6 MB)

Damping

Viscoelastic Vibration Toolbox : PDF Manual(868k)

Wave damping and evanescence: how to combine the spatial and temporal visions of the same problem?
E. Balmes, M. Rebillat, E. Arlaud
CFA/Vishno 2016,  Download PDF

Numerical design and test on an assembled structure of a bolted joint with viscoelastic damping
C. Hammami, E. Balmes, M. Guskov
MSSP 2015 Download PDF

Meta-models of repeated dissipative joints for damping design phase
C. Hammami, E. Balmes
ISMA 2014 Download PDF

Using modal damping for full model transient analysis. Application to pantograph/catenary vibration.
JP. Bianchi, E. Balmes, G. Vermot, A. Bobillot
ISMA 2010,   Download PDF

Constrained viscoelastic damping, test/analysis correlation on an aircraft engine
E. Balmes, M. Corus, S. Baumhauer, P. Jean, JP. Lombard
IMAC 2010,   Download PDF

Simulation des vibrations d'organes moteur complexes à amortissement non-standard par méthodes modales étendues.
O. Sauvage, E. Balmes, J.M. Lagache, F. Quique
Congrès Francais de Mécanique, 2009,  Download PDF

Accounting for glue and temperature effects in Nomex based honeycomb models.
C. Florens, E. Balmes, F. Clero, M. Corus
ISMA, 2006,  Download PDF (1448 K)

Damping Allocation in Automotive Structures using Reduced Models.
N. Roy, S. Germès, B. Lefbvre, E. Balmes
ISMA, 2006,  Download PDF (941 K)

Model Validation for Heavily Damped Structures. Application to a Windshield Joint.
Etienne Balmes, Mathieu Corus, Sylvain Germès
ISMA, 2006,  Download PDF (910 K)

Incorporating damping predictions in the vibroacoustic design process.
Etienne Balmes
ISMA, 2004,  Download PDF (1.4 MB)

Design strategies for viscoelastic damping treatment applied to automotive components
Etienne Balmes and Sylvain Germès
IMAC, 2004,  Download PDF (0.8 MB)

ProSPADD : outil d'aide à l'atténuation de la réponse vibroacoustique des structures.
Philippe VERDUN (ARTEC), Etienne Balmes (SDTools)
AAAF Convergence, Nov. 2003,  Download PDF (0.7 MB)

Damping and complex modes (Modal Topics Presentation)
Etienne Balmes
IMAC, 2003,  Download PDF (1.4 MB)

Tools for Viscoelastic Damping Treatment Design. Application to an Automotive Floor Panel
Etienne Balmes, Sylvain Germès
Int. Seminar on Modal Analysis, Leuven, 2002,  Download PDF ( 473 K)

Analysis and Design Tools for Structures Damped by Viscoelastic Materials
Etienne Balmes, Adrien Bobillot
International Modal Analysis Conference, LAX, 2002, Download PDF (1317 K)

Steel/Viscoelastic/Steel Sandwich Shells. Computational Methods and Experimental Validations
Anne Sophie Plouin, Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, San Antonio, 2000, Download PDF (323 K)

A Test Validated Models of Plates with Constrained Viscoelastic Materials
Anne Sophie Plouin, Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Orlando, 1999, Download PDF (222 K)

Pseudo-modal representations of large models with viscoelastic behavior
Anne Sophie Plouin, Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Santa Barbara, 1998,  Download PDF (227 K)

Model reduction for systems with frequency dependent damping properties
Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, 1997,  Download PDF (263 K)

Superelement representations of a model with frequency dependent properties
Etienne Balmes
Int. Seminar on Modal Analysis, Leuven, pp. 1767-1778,1996, Download PDF (200 K)

Test/analysis correlation

Squeal measurement using operational deflection shape. Quality assessment and analysis improvement using FEM expansion.
G. Martin, E. Balmes, G. Vermot des Roches, T. Chancelier
Eurobrake 2017, Download PDF

Updating and design sensitivity processes applied to drum brake squeal analysis.
G. Martin, E. Balmes, G. Vermot des Roches, T. Chancelier
Eurobrake 2016, Download PDF

Review of model updating processes used for brake components.
G. Martin, E. Balmes, G. Vermot des Roches, T. Chancelier
Eurobrake 2014, Download PDF

Characterization of identification errors and uses in localization of poor modal correlation.
G. Martin, E. Balmes, T. Chancelier
MSSP 2017, Download PDF

Error localization and updating of junction properties for an engine cradle model.
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes, S. Nacivet
ISMA 2016, Download PDF

On the influence of geometry updating on modal correlation of brake components.
B. França de Paula, G. Rejdych, T. Chancelier, G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes
Vibration Chocs et Bruit, 2012, Download PDF (968 K)

Orthogonal Maximum Sequence Sensor Placements Algorithms for modal tests, expansion and visibility.
Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Orlando, 2005, Download PDF (968 K)

Review and Evaluation of Shape Expansion Methods
Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, San Antonio, 2000, Download PDF (323 K)

Sensors, Degrees of Freedom and Generalized Expansion Methods
Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Orlando, 1999, Download PDF (305 K)

Rotating machinery

Accounting for rotation in a multi-stage cyclo-symmetric model - a case study.
E. Balmes, I. Bucher
ISMA 2010,   Download PDF

Multi-level parametric reduced models of rotating bladed disk assemblies.
A. Sternchuss
PhD 2009 http://tel.archives-ouvertes.fr/tel-00366252/en

Model reduction applied to multi-stage assemblies of bladed disks.
A. Sternchuss, E. Balmes, P. Jean, J.-P. Lombard
ISMA, 2008,  Download PDF (533 K)

Reduction of Multistage disk models : application to an industrial rotor.
A. Sternchuss, E. Balmes
ASME Turbo Expo GT2008-50580Request paper

Reduction of Multistage Rotor Model Using Cyclic Modeshapes.
A. Sternchuss, E. Balmes
ASME Turbo Expo GT2007-27974Request paper

On the reduction of quasi-cyclic disk models with variable rotation speeds.
A. Sternchuss, E. Balmes
ISMA, 2006,  Download PDF (533 K)

Model reduction, substructuring, iterative solvers

The Component Mode Tuning (CMT) method. A strategy adapted to the design of assemblies applied to industrial brake squeal.
G. Vermot des Roches, G. Rejdych, E. Balmes, T. Chancelier
Eurobrake, 2014, Download PDF

Numerical Study of Railway Track Dynamics : Case of a Transition Zone
E. Arlaud, S. Costa d'Aghuiar, E. Balmes, G. Faussurier
Railways 2016,  Download PDF

Validation of a reduced model of railway track allowing long 3D dynamic calculation of train-track interaction
E. Arlaud, S. Costa d'Aghuiar, E. Balmes
IACMAC 2014,  Download PDF

A reduced track model to understand the dynamic behavior of the track
E. Arlaud, S. Costa d'Aghuiar, E. Balmes
GEORAIL 2011,  Download PDF

Using component modes in a system design process
G. Vermot des Roches, JP. Bianchi, E. Balmes, R. Lemaire, T. Pasquet
IMAC 2010,   Download PDF

Compatibility measure and penalized contact resolution for incompatible interfaces
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes, H. Ben Dhia, R. Lemaire
EJCM, 2010  Download PDF

Time simulation of squeal phenomena in realistic brake models.
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes, T. Pasquet, R. Lemaire
ISMA, 2008,  Download PDF (533 K)

Modes and regular shapes, how to extend component mode synthesis theory
Etienne Balmes
DINAME, 2005,  Download PDF (1.7 MB), revised presentation at IMAC 2008

Uncertainty propagation in modal analysis
E. Balmes, F. Ravary and D. Langlais
IMAC, 2004,  Download PDF (0.3 MB)

Iterative computation of modal sensitivities
Adrien Bobillot, Etienne Balmes
AIAA Journal, to appear in 2004,   Request paper

Mesure de compatibilité et application aux problèmes de sous-structuration
Hachmi Ben Dhia, Etienne Balmes
Giens 2003,   Download PDF (0.3 MB)

Iterative techniques for eigenvalue solutions of damped structures coupled with fluids
Adrien Bobillot, Etienne Balmes
AIAA 2002-1391, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics,   Request paper

Solving Minimum Dynamic Residual Expansion and Using Results for Error Localization
Adrien Bobillot, Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Kissimmee, 2001, Download PDF (597 K)

Model reduction for efficient FEM/BEM coupling
Gerald Kergourlay, Etienne Balmes, Didier Clouteau
ISMA, Leuven, September 2000, Download PDF (597 K)

Efficient sensitivity analysis based on finite element model reduction
Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Santa Barbara, 1998, Download PDF (330 K)

Parametric families of reduced finite element models. Theory and applications.
Etienne Balmes
Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, v 10, n 4, July, 1996, p 381-394, Request paper

Use of Generalized Interface Degrees of Freedom in Component Mode Synthesis.
Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Dearborn, 1996,  Download PDF (70 K)

Pantograph/catenary interaction (OSCAR)

Statistical identification of geometric parameters for high speed train catenary.
O. Vo Van, E. Balmes, J.P. Massat, ISMA 2014 Download PDF

OSCAR Statement of Methods.
J.P. Massat, E. Balmes, J.P. Bianchi, Van Kalsbeck, G., VSD 2015 Download PDF

Dynamic stress prediction in catenary wires for fatigue analysis.
J.P. Bianchi, E. Balmes, Nguyen-Tajan M.L., IAVSD 2015 Download PDF

Sensitivity analysis of catenary geometry on current collection quality.
O. Vo Van, E. Balmes, A. Capitaine, X. Lorang, Railways 2016 Download PDF

Waves, modes and properties with a major impact on dynamic pantograph-catenary interaction
O. Vo Van, J.P. Massat, E. Balmes, JSV 2016 Download PDF

Pantograph catenary dynamic optimisation based on advanced multibody and finite element co-simulation tools.
J.P. Massat, C. Laurent, J.P. Bianchi, E. Balmes, VSD 2014 Download PDF

Introduction of variability into pantograph-catenary dynamic simulations
O. Vo Van, J.P. Massat, C. Laurent, E. Balmes, VSD 2014 Download PDF

Damping characterization of a high speed train catenary
O. Vo Van, E. Balmes, X. Lorang Download PDF

Use of FEM models to study fatigue of overhead contact wires
J.P. Massat, E. Balmes, J-P. Bianchi, Railways, 2016 Download PDF

Introduction of variability in pantograph-catenary dynamic simulations
Olivier Vo Van, Jean Pierre Massat, Christophe Laurent, Etienne Balmes Download PDF

Pantograph catenary dynamic optimisation based on advanced multi-body and finite element cosimulation tools.
C. Laurent, J.P. Massat, T.M.L. Nguyen-Tajan, J.P. Bianchi, E. Balmes Download PDF

Fatigue analysis of catenary contact wires for high speed trains.
J.P. Massat, T.M.L. Nguyen-Tajan, H. Maitournam and E. Balmes Download PDF

Squeal and non linear vibration

Understanding friction induced damping in bolted assemblies through explicit transient simulation.
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes
ISMA 2014   Download PDF

Squeal complex eigenvalue analysis, advanced damping models and error control
Vermot des Roches, Guillaume, Chiello, Olivier, Balmes, Etienne, Lorang, Xavier,
Eurobrake 2015   Download PDF

Reduced order brake models to study the effect of squeal of pad redesign
Vermot des Roches, Guillaume, Balmes, Etienne, Chiello, Olivier, Lorang, Xavier,
Eurobrake 2013   Download PDF

From transient simulation to extended complex mode analysis. Squeal simulation of an industrial automotive brake
Vermot des Roches, Guillaume, Balmes, Etienne, Lemaire, Remi,
Eurobrake 2012   Download PDF

Design oriented simulation of contact-friction instabilities in application to realistic brake assemblies.
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes, R. Lemaire, T. Pasquet
Eurobrake, 2010   Download PDF

Time/frequency analysis of contact-friction instabilities. Application to automotive brake squeal.
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes, T. Pasquet, R. Lemaire
ISMA 2010   Download PDF

Benchmarking Signorini and exponential contact laws for an industrial train brake squeal application
G. Vermot des Roches, O. Chiello, E. Balmes, X. Lorang
ISMA, Leuven, 2012  Download PDF

Definition of a linear equivalent model for a non-linear system with impacts.
T. Thénint, E. Balmes, M. Corus,
ISMA, Leuven, 2012   Download PDF

Stabilization effect of shock non-linearity on the dynamics of a steam generator tube.
Thibaud Thénint, Etienne Balmes, Mathieu Corus
CompDyn May, 2011 Download PDF

Frequency and time simulation of squeal instabilities. Application to the design of industrial automotive brakes.
Guillaume Vermot des Roches
PhD 2011 Download PDF

Design oriented simulation of contact-friction instabilities in application to realistic brake assemblies
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes, R. Lemaire, T. Pasquet
6th European Conference on Braking, Lilles, 2010   Download PDF

Design oriented time/frequency analysis of contact-friction instabilities in application to automotive brake squeal
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes, R. Lemaire, T. Pasquet
VCB Lyon, 2010,   Download PDF

Design oriented Time/frequency analysis of contact-friction instabilities in application to automotive brake squeal.
G. Vermot des Roches, E. Balmes, R. Lemaire, T. Pasquet
ISMA 2010,   Download PDF

Identification and test methods

Frequency domain identification of structural dynamics using the pole/residue parametrization.
Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Dearborn, 1996,  Download PDF (370 K)

New results on the identification of normal modes from experimental complex modes
Etienne Balmes
Mechanical Systems and Signal Processing, v 11, n 2, March, 1997, p 229-243, Request paper

GARTEUR group on ground vibration testing. Results from the test of a single structure by 12 laboratories in Europe.
Etienne Balmes, Jan Wright
International Modal Analysis Conference, Orlando, 1997,  Download PDF (949 K)

GARTEUR group on ground vibration testing. Results from the test of a single structure by 12 laboratories in Europe.
Etienne Balmes, Jan Wright
1997 ASME Design Engineering Technical Conferences, September 14-17, 1997, Sacramento,  Download PDF (1141 K)

An evaluation of modal testing results based on the force appropriation method.
E. Balmes, C. Chapelier, P. Lubrina, P. Fargette
International Modal Analysis Conference, Orlando, 1996,  Download PDF (68 K)

Structural Dynamic Modification

Estimation of transmitted loads using experimental substructuring.
Mathieu Corus, Olivier Sauvage, Etienne Balmes
ISMA, 2004,  Download PDF (0.9 MB)

A priori verification of local FE model based force identification.
Mathieu Corus, Etienne Balmes
ISMA, 2004,  Download PDF (0.9 MB)

Amélioration des méthodes de modification structurale par utilisation de techniques d'expansion et de réduction de modèles
Benjamin Groult
Doctoral Dissertation ECP 2008, tel.archives-ouvertes.fr/tel-00285042

Amélioration des méthodes de modification structurale par utilisation de techniques d'expansion et de réduction de modèles
Mathieu Corus
Doctoral Dissertation ECP 2002, http://tel.archives-ouvertes.fr/tel-00011298/

Improvement of a Structural Modification Method Using Data Expansion and Model Reduction Techniques
Mathieu Corus, Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, February 2003  Download PDF (1250 K)

Using Expansion and Interface Reduction to Enhance Structural Modification Methods
Etienne Balmes, Laurent Billet
International Modal Analysis Conference, Kissimmee, 2001, Download PDF (597 K)

Active control, SHM

Piezo manual for SDT Piezo Manual

Simultaneous Influence of Static Load and Temperature on the Electromechanical Signature of Piezoelectric Elements Bonded to Composite Aeronautic Structures.
M. Rebillat, M. Guskov, E. Balmes, N. Mechbal
JVA 2016,  Download

Validation and verification of FE models of piezo based SHM systems.
E. Balmes, M. Guskov, M. Rebillat, J.-P. Bianchi
ISMA 2016,  Download

Effects of temperature on the impedance of piezoelectric actuators used for SHM.
Balmes, E., Guskov, M. Rebillat, M., Mechbal, N.
VISHNO 2014,  Download

Performance of piezoelectric patch actuators for vibration control of honeycomb panels.
C. Florens, E. Balmes
16 Symposium Vibrations Chocs et Bruits, 2008,  Download, Revised and extended 2009

Test/Analysis comparison of piezoelectric patch local behavior for vibroacoustic active control application.
C. Florens, E. Balmes, F. Clero
SPIE, 2007,  SPIE Request paper

Other

Modeling Thermal Effects on Bridge Dynamic Responses.
Etienne Balmes, Mathieu Corus, D.Siegert
International Modal Analysis Conference, 2006, Download PDF (1030 K)

Methods for Vibration Design and Validation.
E. Balmes
Course Notes, Ecole Centrale Paris 1997-2005 (still partially in French), Download PDF (3.6 MB)

Mesure et prédiction vibroacoustique de structures viscoélastiques. Application à une enceinte acoustique.
G. Kergourlay
Doctoral Dissertation ECP 2004, Download PDF (6 MB)

Méthodes itératives pour le recalage. Applications au cas d'Ariane 5
A. Bobillot
Doctoral Dissertation ECP 2002, Download PDF (5.6 MB)

On the dynamics and modelling of a microm electro-mechanical structure (MEMS)
I. Bucher, A. Elka, E. Balmes
International Modal Analysis Seminar, Leuven, Sept. 2002, Download PDF (868 K)

Predicted variability and differences between the tests of a single structure
Etienne Balmes
International Modal Analysis Conference, Santa Barbara, 1998, Download PDF(561 K)

Modèles analytiques réduits et modèles expérimentaux complets en dynamique des structures
E. Balmes
Mémoire d'habilitation à diriger des recherches soutenue à l'Université Pierre et Marie Curie le 10 juillet 1997.
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