Periodic Solution of the Strongly Nonlinear Asymmetry System with the Dynamic Frequency Method

Abstract

In this article, we present a new accurate iterative and asymptotic method to construct analytical periodic solutions for a strongly nonlinear system, even if it is not Z2-symmetric. This method is applicable not only to a conservative system but also to a non-conservative system with a limit cycle response. Distinct from the general harmonic balance method, it depends on balancing a few trigonometric terms (at most five terms) in the energy equation of the nonlinear system. According to this iterative approach, the dynamic frequency is a trigonometric function that varies with time t, which represents the influence of derivatives of the higher harmonic terms in a compact form and leads to a significant reduction of calculation workload. Two examples were solved and numerical solutions are presented to illustrate the effectiveness and convenience of the method. Based on the present method, we also outline a modified energy balance method to further simplify the procedure of higher order computation. Finally, a nonlinear strength index is introduced to automatically identify the strength of nonlinearity and classify the suitable strategies.