
Topics: Solution of nonlinear dynamic response II Mode superposition analysis in nonlinear dynamics Substructuring in nonlinear dynamics, a schematic example of a building on a flexible foundation Study of analyses to demonstrate characteristics of procedures for nonlinear dynamic solutions Example analysis: Wave propagation in a rod Example analysis: Dynamic response of a three degree-of-freedom system using the central difference method Example analysis: Ten-story tapered tower subjected to blast loading Example analysis: Simple pendulum undergoing large displacements Example analysis: Pipe whip solution Example analysis: Control rod drive housing with lower support Example analysis: Spherical cap under uniform pressure loading Example analysis: Solution of fluid-structure interaction problem Instructor: Klaus-Jürgen Bathe