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Model validation of experimental hardware, design versus reality
A detailed model validation study has been initiated to assess model predictions of foam encapsulated components. A bottom-up experimental approach has been used to first characterize the foam material, and then characterize foam/component interaction within increasingly complex systems. This paper presents a summary of the model validation approach at component and benchmark levels and details specific issues identified at the subsystem validation level. Specifically, manufacturing process issues were identified in the hardware which precluded continued validation. A summary of the modal data is given and the issues relating to the manufacturing process are discussed.