The document discusses modeling the percussion response of laminated materials and glass columns through computational methods like finite element analysis. It aims to validate percussion responses, elucidate underlying mechanisms, predict profiles, and refine defect detection capabilities. The modeling is done using software like Dytran and MARC to simulate periometer testing. Material properties and intrinsic damping values are input to model laminated composites, glass controls, and detect defects like trenches and cracks. The results from the finite element analyses match experimental percussion acceleration values, demonstrating the ability to accurately model percussion testing of materials.