Research Article

Simulation of Transient Nonlinear Friction-Induced Vibrations Using Complex Interface Modes: Application to the Prediction of Squeal Events

Table 1

Finite element details and material and geometric properties of the simplified brake system.

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Young modulus (Pa)
Density (kg⋅m−3)7 2002 500
Number of degrees-of-freedom (dof)45 0002 640
Height (m)0.0190.0128
(m)0.0340.091
(m)0.1510.147