A method to solve the efficiency-accuracy trade-off of multi-harmonic balance calculation of structures with friction contacts

The method is first compared to existing adaptive HBM techniques, highlighting its novel contributions. It is then carefully validated against high-order multi-harmonic calculations and against direct time integration. Its performance in terms of accuracy vs. computational time is highlighted. The method is then implemented in a state-of-the-art numerical tool for the design of underplatform dampers for turbine blades. Finally, its outcome is compared with experimental results.