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Genetic algorithm based reconstruction of the elastic moduli of orthotropic plates using an ultrasonic guided wave single-transmitter-multiple-receiver SHM array
Published in
2007
Volume: 16
   
Issue: 5
Pages: 1639 - 1650
Abstract
The reconstruction of all nine unknown elastic moduli of orthotropic plate structures has been achieved using a single-transmitter-multiple-receiver (STMR) compact structural health monitoring (SHM) array. This method uses the velocity measurement of the fundamental guided Lamb wave modes (S0 and A 0), generated from a central transmitter, and received by a sparse array of receivers that encircle the transmitter. The measured velocities are then used in an inversion algorithm based on genetic algorithms. A prototype compact STMR array was developed and used in the measurement. Simulated data were used to demonstrate the feasibility of the technique. Experiments were conducted on 3.15 mm graphite-epoxy composite plate using a PZT based STMR array as well as laser vibrometer based displacement measurement. Experimental Lamb wave velocity data were used to validate the present technique. This technique finds application in the areas of material characterization and SHM of anisotropic plate-like structures used in aerospace and automobile components made using fiber reinforced composites. © IOP Publishing Ltd.
About the journal
JournalSmart Materials and Structures
ISSN09641726
Open AccessNo
Concepts (9)
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    Elastic moduli
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    Guided electromagnetic wave propagation
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    Plates (structural components)
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    Signal receivers
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    Structural health monitoring
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    Transmitters
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    LAMB WAVE MODES
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    Wave velocity
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    Genetic algorithms