Vibration of plates

Vibration of plates refers to the oscillatory motion of structural elements such as plates, which are flat, two-dimensional surfaces. This subject is an important aspect of structural mechanics and is commonly analyzed in engineering, particularly in mechanical and aerospace engineering, civil engineering, and materials science. ### Key Concepts: 1. **Types of Plates**: - **Thin Plates**: These have a small thickness compared to their other dimensions and typically exhibit simpler vibration modes.