Seismic isolation systems designed with distinct multiple frequencies
Conference
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OSTI ID:6064684
Two systems for seismic base isolation are presented. The main feature of these system is that, instead of only one isolation frequency as in conventional isolation systems, they are designed to have two distinct isolation frequencies. When the responses during an earthquake exceed the design value(s), the system will automatically and passively shift to the secondly isolation frequency. Responses of these two systems to different ground motions including a harmonic motion with frequency same as the primary isolation frequency, show that no excessive amplification will occur. Adoption of these new systems certainly will greatly enhance the safety and reliability of an isolated superstructure against future strong earthquakes. 3 refs.
- Research Organization:
- Argonne National Lab., IL (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- DOE; USDOE, Washington, DC (United States)
- DOE Contract Number:
- W-31109-ENG-38
- OSTI ID:
- 6064684
- Report Number(s):
- ANL/CP-73489; CONF-911213--18; ON: DE92004151
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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