Symmetry in Nonlinear Structural Dynamics: Topic and Advance

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims at presenting new developments in nonlinear structural dynamics as well as methods for the solution of nonlinear governing equations of special structures. Papers of both a theoretical and experimental nature are welcome. Symmetric and anti-symmetric properties are commonly inherent in numerous physical and engineering systems and have been studied by various researchers. Thus, the scope of this Special Issue is broad and includes papers of mathematical background, involving dynamic modeling and vibration of structural elements; adaptive computational methods; nonlinear dynamic behaviors of smart structures/materials; dynamic stability of discrete and continuous systems; application of numerical techniques in studying nonlinear dynamics of beams, arches, cables, plates and shells; dynamic systems involving clearances, impacts and friction; dynamics of micro-scale systems; nonlinear behaviors of soil–structure, structural–acoustic, and fluid–structural interactions; stability and bifurcation analysis of piecewise systems and structures; dynamic response of hysteretic systems; vibration absorbers; rotordynamics of systems; applications of smart sensors and actuators; optimal sensor and actuator location methods; and multi-objective optimization. Experimental studies as verification of theoretical results are also of the particular interest.

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Dr. Yiu Yin Raymond Lee
Dr. Wing Hong Ivan Fung
Guest Editors

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