Evaluation of the human-structure-soil interaction on a two-wheel tractor using modal analysis techniques

E. Velazquez-Miranda, G. Silva-Navarro, J. Bory-Reyes, O. A. Garcia-Perez, L. G. Trujillo-Franco

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Abstract

This work considers the experimental evaluation on a two-wheel tractor, employed for small agricultural practices, to characterize the human-structure-soil interaction under typical activities into small greenhouses (e.g., tillage). First, the two-wheel tractor is evaluated to get its modal parameters and, then, the machine is tested for endogenous excitation due to different engine speeds and for several working scenarios (operational modal analysis). In particular, the modal testing is focused on the human-structure-soil interaction to verify how the vibrations and noise affect to the human operator and, thus, propose passive solutions to reduce adverse effects caused on humans via passive damping injection and/or proper structural modifications. The results are used to evaluate the overall dynamic performance in a system-theoretic approach for decision-making during the design and evaluation of this machinery.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationTopics in Modal Analysis and Testing, Volume 8 - Proceedings of the 37th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics 2019
EditorsMichael L. Mains, Brandon J. Dilworth
PublisherSpringer New York LLC
Pages341-348
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)9783030126834
DOIs
StatePublished - 2020
Event37th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2019 - Orlando, United States
Duration: 28 Jan 201931 Jan 2019

Publication series

NameConference Proceedings of the Society for Experimental Mechanics Series
ISSN (Print)2191-5644
ISSN (Electronic)2191-5652

Conference

Conference37th IMAC, A Conference and Exposition on Structural Dynamics, 2019
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityOrlando
Period28/01/1931/01/19

Keywords

  • Experimental modal analysis
  • Human-machine interaction
  • Operational modal analysis
  • Two-wheel tractor

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