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Machine vibration - Know and control mechanical vibrations

Whether damping, diverting or using them in a targeted manner: Mechanical vibrations can usually be controlled using suitable technical measures. If you understand the causes of vibration, components, machines and systems can not only be protected, but also specifically optimized. In this article, you will learn how mechanical vibrations can be influenced and the role of vibration types, damping components and modal analysis in mechanical engineering. You also gain insight into avoidance strategies, from limiting degrees of freedom to the targeted use of vibration dampers to designing vibration paths.

Basic knowledgeDamping
9 Minutes read

Damping Materials - Rubber and PU Rubber

Effective damping of mechanical oscillations, shocks and vibrations is a central criterion in the design of technical systems. Materials such as rubber and polyurethane rubber (PU) are characterized by high damping power, viscoelastic behavior and adjustable mechanical characteristics. Their targeted selection and modification allow for application-specific adaptation to dynamic loads, environmental conditions and service life requirements. We highlight the typical material properties, use cases and current developments in the area of damping polymer materials.

ConstructionDampingMaterials
21 Minutes read

Damping materials - Gel dampers

Whether in precision mechanical assemblies, automated equipment or the vibration isolation of sensitive components, gel dampers provide a highly effective, compact solution for energy absorption during motion, shock and vibration. This blog shows how mechanical damping works with gel, what the differences are from classic elastomer solutions, and what really matters when it comes to selection, installation, and material choice.

Basic knowledgeDampingMaterials
15 Minutes read

Choosing between springs and gas springs

Springs and gas springs are two of the most commonly used types of springs. They store forces and release them again as needed. But which type of spring is suitable for which application?

Damping
7 Minutes read

Intrinsic Vibration Behavior of Springs

In mechanical engineering, tension and compression springs are an important part of the design of mechanical systems, applications and uses. The properties of springs, such as their return force and spring constant, influence the performance and functionality of machines. In order to understand these properties and the vibration behavior of spring systems, we look in this article at the physical relationships between spring systems and the relationship between the natural frequency and resonance.

Basic knowledgeDamping
7 Minutes read

Damping materials in mechanics and construction: ideas, applications and advantages

Damping materials are essential in mechanics and construction. They are used to absorb shocks and vibrations and to improve the operation of machines and systems. Due to their unique properties, they can be used in various mechanical and technical applications.

Damping
8 Minutes read