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Topics in Model Validation and Uncertainty Quantification, Volume : Proceedings of the 31 st IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2013, the fifth volume of seven from the Conference, brings together contributions to this important area of research and engineering. The collection presents early findings and case studies on fundamental and applied aspects of Structural Dynamics, including papers on:

Uncertainty Quantification & Propagation in Structural Dynamics

Robustness to Lack of Knowledge in Design

Model Validation

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Optimal Inequalities to Bound a Performance Probability.- Remaining Fatigue Life Predictions Considering Load and Model Parameters Uncertainty.- Fast Computing Techniques for Bayesian Uncertainty Quantification in Structural Dynamics.- Bayesian Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation in Nonlinear Structural Dynamics.- Probabilistic Damage Identification of the Dowling Hall Footbridge Using Bayesian FE Model Updating.- Considering Wave Passage Effects in Blind Identification of Long-Span Bridges.- Quantification of Parametric Model Uncertainties in Finite Element Model Updating Problem via Fuzzy Numbers.- Quantifying Maximum Achievable Accuracy of Identified Modal Parameters From Noise Contaminated Vibration Data.- Using P-box and PiFE to Express Uncertainty in Model Updating.- Robust Model Calibration With Load Uncertainties.- Simulating the Dynamics of the CX-100 Wind Turbine Blade: Model Selection Using a Robustness Criterion.- Defining Coverage of a Domain Using a Modified Nearest-Neighbor Metric.- Orthogonality for Modal Vector Correlation: The Effects of Removing Degrees-of-Freedom.- CAE Model Correlation Metrics for Automotive Noise and Vibration Analysis.- Damage Localization Using a Statistical Test on Residuals From the SDDLV Approach.- Robust Tolerance Design in Structural Dynamics.- Uncertainty Propagation in Floating Raft System by FRF-based Substructuring Method for Elastic Coupling.- Crossing and Veering Phenomena in Crank Mechanism Dynamics.- Validating Low-level Footfall-induced Vibration Predictions in Steel and Concrete Structures.- Finite Element Model Updating of an Assembled Aero-engine Casing.- Experimental Modal Analysis and Modelling of an Agricultural Tire.- International Space Station Modal Correlation Analysis.- Numerical Modeling of Vibration Induced Atomization of Liquids.- Dynamical Modeling and Verification of Underwater Acoustic System.

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