SUMMARY We compare two well known semi-analytical methods to analyse infinite periodic structures. The one method uses a generalized Fourier approach for the infinite periodic structure, the other uses Floquet's theorem and takes only one section into account. The calculations for a discretely supported, undamped rail show that both methods produce similar results. The application to related problems is discussed.
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