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151-0540-00L 4 Credits BSC , DR , MSC D-HEST , D-MAVT , D-PHYS , D-ITET

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Experimental Mechanics

Experimentelle Mechanik

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Jürg Dual

Does not take place this semester.

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:42:04

Abstract

1. General aspects like transfer functions, vibrations, modal analysis, statistics, digital signal processing, phase locked loop, 2. Optical methods 3. Piezoelectricity 4. Electromagnetic excitation and detection 5. Capacitive Detection

Objective

Understanding, quantitative modelling and practical application of experimental methods for producing and measuring mechanical quantities (motion, deformation, stresses,..)

Content

1. General Aspects: Measurement chain, transfer functions, vibrations and waves in continuous systems, modal analysis, statistics, digital signal analysis, phase locked loop. 2. Optical methods ( acousto optic modulation, interferometry, holography, photoelasticity, shadow optics, Moire methods ) 3. Piezoelectric materials: basic equations, applications, accelerometer ) 4. Electomagnetic excitation and detection, 5. Capacitive detection Practical training and homeworks

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Lecture Notes

General Information

Language: German
Levels: BSC , DR , MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: end-of-semester examination

Die Labore mit Berichten sind Elemente der obligatorischen Leistungsüberprüfung (obligatorisches Leistungselement) und müssen für sich alleine bestanden werden (pass/fail). Wer diese Voraussetzung nicht erfüllt, muss sich von der Semesterendprüfung abmelden. Wenn keine Abmeldung erfolgt, wird die Lerneinheit als nicht bestanden bewertet und mit dem Begriff «Abbruch» verfügt.

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture	Experimentelle Mechanik Does not take place this semester.	No time listed	2 h weekly
exercise	Experimentelle Mechanik Does not take place this semester.	No time listed	1 h weekly

Offered In

Mechanical Engineering Bachelor
- 6. Semester
  - Focus Specialization
    - Mechatronics (Focus Coordinator: Prof. Bradley Nelson To achieve the 20 credits for Focus Specialization Mechatronics, 151-0640-00L Studies on Mechatronics is compulsory.)
    - Microsystems and Nanoscale Engineering (Focus Coordinator: Prof. Christofer Hierold)
    - Manufacturing Science (Focus Coordinator: Prof. Konrad Wegener To achieve the required 20 credit points for the focus specialization you need to pass all 3 compulsory courses (HS/FS). The other 8 credit points can be achieved from the elective courses.)
    - Design, Mechanics and Materials (Focus Coordinator: Prof. Dirk Mohr In order to achieve the required 20 credit points for the Focus Specialization Design, Mechanics and Material you are free to choose any of the courses offered within the focus and are encouraged to select among those recommended. If you wish to take one of the Master level courses, you must get approval from the lecturer.)
    - Biomedical Engineering (Focus Coordinator: Prof. Edoardo Mazza)
Mechanical Engineering Master
- Core Courses
  - Mechanics, Materials, Structures (The courses listed in this category “Core Courses” are recommended. Alternative courses can be chosen in agreement with the tutor.)
Biomedical Engineering Master
- Major Courses
  - Biomechanics
    - Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Biomechanics track. Please consult your track adviser if you wish to select other subjects.)
Doctoral Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering (More Information at: )
- Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Courses