Topology Optimization for Minimizing the Resonant Response of Plates with Constrained Layer Damping Treatment

Table 2

A comparison between CLD system with full coverage and CLD system with optimal layout of CLD material on plate.

	Full coverage	The conventional sensitivity analysis	The improved sensitivity analysis
Frequency (Hz)	19.80	20.99	19.02
Modal damp ratio
Objective function (m^2)