Topics in Model Validation and Uncertainty Quantification, Volume 5 (eBook)

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.