Evaluation of bolt torque levels using nonlinear wave modulation spectroscopy

Carter L. Neblett, Manton J. Guers, Dean E. Capone

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Abstract

Nondestructive evaluation techniques have been used to evaluate the integrity of bolted joints in structures. One such method is nonlinear wave modulation spectroscopy (NWMS), which examines the sideband generation in the presence of dual inputs as a result of nonlinearity present in the system. This work uses NWMS on an aluminum T-joint structure to evaluate the torque levels of the bolts. In addition, this work compares excitation with two shakers to excitation with a single shaker and an impact hammer, in which the hammer excites several low frequency modes. The results show that the damage indicator based on the sidebands is highly dependent on damage and sensor location, and that the damage indicator is most sensitive over a specific range of torque levels.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication45th Annual Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation, Volume 38
EditorsSimon Laflamme, Stephen Holland, Leonard J. Bond
PublisherAmerican Institute of Physics Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9780735418325
DOIs
StatePublished - May 8 2019
Event45th Annual Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation, QNDE 2018 - Burlington, United States
Duration: Jul 15 2018Jul 19 2018

Publication series

NameAIP Conference Proceedings
Volume2102
ISSN (Print)0094-243X
ISSN (Electronic)1551-7616

Conference

Conference45th Annual Review of Progress in Quantitative Nondestructive Evaluation, QNDE 2018
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBurlington
Period7/15/187/19/18

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
  • Ecology
  • Plant Science
  • Physics and Astronomy(all)
  • Nature and Landscape Conservation

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