Mechanical Engineering - Theory of machines - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Theory of machines - Section 9 (Q.No. 25)
25.
The equation of motion for a vibrating system with viscous damping is
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if the roots of the equation are complex conjugate, then the system will be critically damped.

if the roots of the equation are complex conjugate, then the system will be critically damped.
Discussion:
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Kiran said:
7 years ago
If roots are distinct and real, it is overdamped (aperiodic motion).
If roots are complex and conjugate, it is underdamped (periodic motion).
If roots are complex and conjugate, it is underdamped (periodic motion).
Sonu kumar agarwal said:
8 years ago
I think it should be Overdamped.
Ganeshr said:
4 years ago
I agree with you. Thanks @Kiran.
SANKAR SAHOO said:
7 years ago
Yes, it's OVERDAMPED.
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