Rotor Dynamics

On successful completion of this study the student should be able to:

• Model mathematically a variety of rotating machines ranging from reciprocating engines to turbomachines, compressors, gas and steam turbines, pumps and fans to other rotating machines

• Demonstrate the ability to solve design problems varying from consumer annoyance to machine survival

• Be acquainted with the different techniques used in the industry for the analysis of rotordynamic problems.

• Review of dynamic principles using matrix algebra
• Critical speeds and dynamic response
• Stability of rotating components
• Gyroscopic effects
• Torsional vibrations
• Balancing of rotating machinery
• Hydrodynamic Bearing Instabilities
• Transfer function analysis and modal analysis
• Measurement of rotor natural frequencies, damping, support dynamic stiffness, unbalance response
• Introduction to computational methods
• Analytical and experimental studies employing a Jeffcott rotor
• Development of complex rotordynamic models.