Presenting in one comprehensive volume the application of viscoelastic damping materials to control vibration and noise of structures, machinery, and vehicles, Active and Passive Vibration Damping presents a mix of the associated physical fundamentals, governing theories, and optimal design strategies of various configurations of vibration damping treatments. Written by an internationally recognized authority and pioneer, the companion website provides researchers and practicing engineers with access to MATLAB software, solutions to all problems, and power point slides.