A new method taking the second derivative of low-level axial vibration modal shape as damage index is presented on the basis of theoretical derivation axial vibration differential equation and analytical solution of three kinds of support form. The index is very sensitive to damage location and damage degree. In addition, the effect of point number is analyzed and results showed that with a few points can still calibration damage well.
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