Graphical representation of theories of failure for even materials

= Syt
Maximum
Normal Strain
Theory

Maximum
normal Stress
Theory

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Distortion
Energy Theory

Maximum
Shear Stress
Theory

Shear diagonal
= Syt
Syt = ( + - .)

Graphical representation of theories of failure for uneven materials

Maximum
normal Stress
Theory

Syt Syc
= Syt

= Syt
= Syt

Modified Mohr-Coulomb
Theory
= Syc

Mohr-Coulomb
Theory

Eddy Current Damping of Structural Vibrations

While the single most prominent application of eddy currents for
suppressing dynamic motion has come in the form of magnetic braking,
numerous studies have been performed that utilize eddy current damping
for the suppression of vibrations in a range of applications.
Karnopp (1989) introduced the idea that a linear electrodynamic motor
consisting of coils of copper wire and permanent magnets could be used
as an electromechanical damper for vehicle suspension systems.
Kieholtz et al. (1996) investigated a magnetic damping system for use in
space. This study focuses on the development of a vibration isolation
system to protect a large optical instrument intended for the Hubble
telescope from the harsh vibrations experienced during shuttle launch that
may damage the sensitive equipment.

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