Amy E. Larson

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Amy E. Larson is a leading researcher in experimental structural dynamics and non-contact measurement techniques, with a primary focus on advancing video-based modal analysis. Her most-cited work, "A framework for the identification of full-field structural dynamics using sequences of images in the presence of non-ideal operating conditions" (2018, 13 citations), introduces a robust methodology for extracting natural frequencies, damping ratios, and full-field mode shapes directly from video footage—even under challenging, real-world conditions. This contribution addresses a critical bottleneck in traditional experimental modal analysis, which often requires extensive sensor instrumentation and controlled laboratory settings. By enabling automated, efficient, and high-resolution structural characterization from standard imaging, Larson’s framework significantly reduces the time, cost, and resources needed for operational modal analysis. Her research bridges computer vision and structural health monitoring, offering practical solutions for inspecting bridges, wind turbines, and aerospace components in situ. With growing interest in non-contact sensing, Larson’s work is poised to influence both academic research and industrial practice, making her a key figure in the next generation of structural dynamics diagnostics.