CRC Press Hybrid Simulation: Theory, Implementation and Applications

Hybrid Simulation represents a rapidly evolving technology that bridges the gap between computer simulation and physical laboratory testing. By combining numerical methods, such as finite element analysis, with physical testing of complementary substructures, this approach offers a sophisticated way to study complex coupled systems. Traditionally, numerical simulations and physical tests were performed separately. This book explores a new paradigm where the coupled nature of the simulation leads to a better understanding of how components interact. For engineers and researchers, this method serves as a cost-effective alternative to traditional shaking table tests. By utilizing this integrated approach, designers can move toward more efficient design processes. Because the simulation provides a deeper look into system behavior, the need to rely on arbitrarily high factors of safety is reduced. This text is an essential resource for those working in engineering, water, and earth sciences who require advanced simulation techniques for modern structural and system analysis.