Symmetry and Asymmetry in Dynamics of Mechanical and Structural Engineering
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Engineering and Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 222
Special Issue Editors
Interests: vibration analysis and control; vibro-acoustic analysis; mechanical dynamics; acoustic black hole
Interests: structural dynamics; vibration analysis and control; sound absorption and insulation; multi-body dynamics; structural optimization design
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are delighted to announce a Special Issue on "Symmetry and Asymmetry in Dynamics of Mechanical and Structural Engineering" in Symmetry. The concepts of symmetry and asymmetry play a foundational role in the dynamic behavior of engineering systems, influencing vibration, acoustics, control, and energy transmission. From machinery and marine structures to civil infrastructure and metamaterials, the presence—or intentional breaking—of symmetry leads to rich dynamic phenomena that are critical to system performance, safety, and innovation. Recent advances in design and manufacturing further highlight the need to explore these properties under nonlinear, time-varying, or extreme loading conditions.
This Special Issue invites original research articles and reviews that address theoretical, computational, and experimental studies related to symmetry-driven dynamics. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, symmetric and asymmetric vibrations, acoustic and vibro-acoustic analysis, acoustic and mechanical metamaterials, energy harvesting, structural health monitoring, and applications in mechanical engineering and structural engineering. We welcome submissions that present novel analytical, numerical, or experimental approaches contributing to this significant and evolving field.
We look forward to receiving your high-quality contributions.
Dr. Xiaofei Du
Dr. Qidi Fu
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- mechanical and structural engineering
- sound and vibration
- vibration analysis and control
- acoustic and vibro-acoustic analysis
- acoustic and mechanical metamaterials
- sound absorption and insulation
- energy harvesting
- multi-body dynamics
- structural health monitoring
- engineering applications
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