What is the source of vibration?

Vibration can be caused by various sources, including mechanical devices such as motors, engines, and fans, as well as natural phenomena such as earthquakes and wind. Other sources of vibration include human activities such as walking or running, and electronic devices such as cell phones and speakers.

- Mechanical:
- Unbalance
- Misalignment
- Looseness
- Friction
- Resonance
- Electrical:
- Current fluctuations
- Magnetic fields
- Arcing
- Acoustics:
- Sound waves
- Noise
- Thermal:
- Expansion and contraction
- Temperature gradients
- Fluid:
- Turbulence
- Flow interruptions
- Cavitation