Time-history analysis provides for linear or nonlinear evaluation of dynamic structural response under loading which may vary according to the specified time function. Dynamic equilibrium equations, given by K u(t) + C d/dt u(t) + M d2/dt u(t) = r(t), are solved using either modal or direct-integration methods. Initial conditions may be set by continuing the structural state from the end of the previous analysis. Additional notes include:
- Step Size – Direct-integration methods are sensitive to time-step size, which should be decreased until results are not affected.
- HHT Value – A slightly negative Hilber-Hughes-Taylor alpha value is also advised to damp out higher frequency modes, and to encourage convergence of nonlinear direct-integration solutions.
- Nonlinearity – Material and geometric nonlinearity, including P-delta and large-displacement effects, may be simulated during nonlinear direct-integration time-history analysis.
- Links – Link objects capture nonlinear behavior during modal (FNA) applications.
See Also
Related Emails: - Email "Impact of time-step size (relative to modal periods) on results": (bm → , 7/14/2010, ID 3145753)
Related Incidents: - Incident 26167: Explains reason for inconsistent results for acceleration time-history input and displacement time-history input
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