Dynamics of stockbridge dampers

The aim of the present investigation is to establish a theoretical analysis of the response characteristics of Stockbridge dampers and to verify the theoretical predictions experimentally. Expressions have been derived for the response of the Stockbridge damper, by treating it as a two-degree-of-freedom system. The dynamic stresses introduced on the stranded cable are also theoretically determined. The experimental findings have been reported and explanations for discrepancies, where they occur, have been made.