An innovative system for uncoupled bending/torsion tests by tri-axis shaker: numerical simulations and experimental results
This work describes a new testing system for applying a coupled/uncoupled bendingtorsion loading in vibratory tests by a tri-axis shaker.The system is composed of a cylindrical specimen with eccentric tip masses, excited by horizontal and/or vertical base accelerations.The specimen tip is constrained by a lateral thin and flexible plate which imped