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The next generation of structural health monitoring software – Operational Modal Analysis (OMA) is a critical component of Structural Health Monitoring (SHM), and our company is at the forefront of this cutting-edge technology. We pride ourselves on providing comprehensive and cost-effective solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.

The natural frequency is a global measure of stiffness for the total structure so if you have a hidden weakness, you will see it as a drop in the natural frequency.

Natural frequency is the key to unlocking all the information about your structure. Once you have them, you will be able to know the loads and the stresses everywhere in your structure.

Yes, the Auto-OMA is robust and efficient. Its theoretical principles are explained in this paper, please see Brincker, Amador and Lydakis: A new Cloud-based software for automated SHM of civil structures. In Conf. Proc. of IMAC 2023.

The robustness of Auto-OMA is essential because you cannot afford to lose data from important and extraordinary events. That is why you need super powerful and robust algorithms that will always work in your favor.

In Structural Health Monitoring (SHM), natural frequencies and damping ratios are important parameters for assessing the integrity and behavior of structures such as buildings, bridges, and other civil engineering infrastructures.

For a structure, the natural frequencies are the rates at which the structure tends to oscillate when disturbed from its position of equilibrium. These frequencies are inherent properties determined by the structure’s geometry, material properties, mass distribution, and boundary conditions.

The damping ratio tells us how good the structure is at calming down these vibrations. It is a number that does not have any units (like meters or seconds), and it compares the actual amount of calming force in the structure to the ideal amount needed to stop the vibrations as quickly as possible without any back-and-forth movement.

In SHM, we keep an eye on damping ratios because if they change, it might be a clue that something about the structure has changed, like a possible damage or wear. So, by tracking how this number goes up or down over time, engineers can get early warnings about parts of the structure that might need a closer look or repair.

Because it is better to have all the information than just a small part of it – and it does not cost you more when using auto OMA.

You should do that, but you cannot see a hidden weakness and it is expensive to inspect. On the contrary, acquiring data and analyzing it is cheap.

We encourage you to try some of our software tools to see how the features work. You make your own solution, we help you to do as you want it to work

OMA is not an easy task. It takes a long time to learn, and even after mastering it, it requires lots of time and effort to analyze all data sets manually. That is why you need an auto OMA solution – of your own.

Integrating automated Operational Modal Analysis (OMA) into Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) enhances infrastructure safety by enabling continuous, non-intrusive monitoring. This approach detects changes in a structure’s vibrations to identify potential damage early. Automated OMA allows for real-time analysis, improving the efficiency and accuracy of SHM systems. By providing detailed insights into structural health, it supports proactive maintenance, extends infrastructure lifespan, and ensures safety with minimal human intervention.

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Discover Brincker Monitoring at industry events and conferences, where we join fellow professionals from all around the world in shaping the future of structural health monitoring and civil engineering. We are dedicated to revolutionizing SHM and OMA solutions. At the events we share insights, showcase our cutting-edge products, and promote collaborations. Explore our events here and be part of the transformation.

What is Auto-OMA?

OMA is a procedure for the identification of the modal properties of a structure. The technique makes use of the vibration data collected when the structure is under its operating conditions. The Auto-OMA is an automated way of doing exactly the same. To be more precise – the Flamenco software makes the whole process as easy and intuitive as possible. It was designed with the user-friendly interface and user comfort as priorities. The Flamenco application aims to minimize the necessary user interaction when uploading and processing the structure’s data. With Auto OMA you can focus on SHM not the OMA.

Your Data, Your Property

We respect your privacy and the value of your data. All data processed through the Flamenco Cloud Software belongs to the owner and cannot be shared or stored elsewhere. Our commitment to data privacy ensures your information is used only for your chosen analysis and nothing else. With Flamenco Software, you not only get a powerful tool for SHM and OMA but also a trustworthy partner committed to protecting your data.

What is Structural Health Monitoring?

Structural health monitoring (SHM) is a process of analysis and observation of a structure to detect damage or just to obtain characteristics about it. It is important because it provides information on whether a building, wind turbine or bridge performs its intended function. It uses sensors that are installed on the structure to transfer data for further analysis. SHM is a crucial field of study that ensures the safety and reliability of infrastructure systems. Monitoring the structure can help to detect any damage or failures. In consequence, timely maintenance and repair can take place. SHM is related to civil engineering and it can be used to monitor the condition of structures such as bridges, wind turbines, tunnels, buildings etc.

What is EMA?

EMA (Experimental Modal Analysis) is the classical way to obtain modal parameters in industries like automotive and aerospace. In EMA both the excitation forces and the responses are known, and then the physical properties represented by the modal parameters can be estimated.

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Our founders are experts in Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) and Operational Modal Analysis (OMA). They have written important scientific papers on these topics, helping to improve how we understand and analyze structures. Their work has had a big impact on the field, and it guides our company’s commitment to excellence and innovation in engineering.

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You can also contact us by sending an e-mail to rune.brincker@gmail.com. Feel free to reach out, and we’ll be in touch with you shortly to address your questions or requests!

If you are specifically interested in our OMA Toolbox (a MATLAB toolbox designed in conjunction with the OMA “Green Book”, the most cited textbook in OMA) please visit this page and fill out the different form there.