Fiber reinforced elastomeric isolators for the seismic isolation of bridges
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2016.10.008
Abstract: Abstract Unbonded fiber reinforced elastomeric isolators (U-FREI) have been proposed as a viable alternative to traditional steel reinforced elastomeric isolators (SREI) for use in low-rise building base isolation systems. The viability of U-FREI for this… read more here.
Keywords: isolators seismic; fiber reinforced; elastomeric isolators; reinforced elastomeric ... See more keywords
Innovative seismic isolation of masonry infills using cellular materials at the interface with the surrounding RC frames
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2017.11.025
Abstract: Abstract In this study an innovative concept is proposed to isolate – at low and moderate storey drifts – infill panels from the surrounding reinforced concrete (RC) frame, using thin layers of cellular materials. The… read more here.
Keywords: innovative seismic; cellular materials; infill frame; cellular material ... See more keywords
Experimental investigation of a highly efficient, low-cost PVC-Rollers Sandwich (PVC-RS) seismic isolation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.istruc.2021.05.040
Abstract: Abstract This paper focuses on the large-scale experimental investigation of a novel, highly efficient, low-cost and easily constructible seismic isolation system, defined as PVC-Rollers Sandwich (PVC-RS) seismic isolation. The proposed system is based on the… read more here.
Keywords: investigation; experimental investigation; seismic isolation; efficient low ... See more keywords
Mechanical properties and associated seismic isolation effects of foamed concrete layer in rock tunnel
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jrmge.2018.06.006
Abstract: Abstract Foamed concrete has a good energy absorption capability and can be used as seismic isolation material for tunnels. This study aims to investigate the mechanical properties and associated seismic isolation effects of foamed concrete… read more here.
Keywords: foamed concrete; mechanical properties; concrete layer; seismic isolation ... See more keywords
Dynamic assessment of the seismic isolation influence for various aircraft impact loads on the CPR1000 containment
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DOI: 10.1016/j.net.2018.08.003
Abstract: Abstract An aircraft impact (AI) on a nuclear power plant (NPP) is considered to be a beyond-design-basis event that draws considerable attention in the nuclear field. As some NPPs have already adopted the seismic isolation… read more here.
Keywords: isolation; aircraft impact; cpr1000 containment; seismic isolation ... See more keywords
A nonlinear soil-structure interaction analysis technique based on seismic isolation design response spectrum for seismically isolated nuclear structures with rigid basemat
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DOI: 10.1016/j.nucengdes.2021.111334
Abstract: Abstract Seismic Analysis of Safety-Related Nuclear Structures (ASCE 4-16) offers a two-step nonlinear soil-structure interaction analysis procedure for seismically base-isolated structures based on the seismic isolation design response spectrum. The two steps are (I) development… read more here.
Keywords: response; seismic isolation; structure; analysis ... See more keywords
Uni-axial shaking table tests and validations of a seismic isolation system made of spring tube braces
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DOI: 10.1016/j.soildyn.2018.12.004
Abstract: Abstract A new seismic isolation system based on spring tube braces was studied. An isolation story, which consisted of pin ended steel columns and spring tube braces, is arranged at the foundation level and/or any… read more here.
Keywords: spring tube; isolation system; seismic isolation; tube braces ... See more keywords
Scaling errors of a seismic isolation system with a shear key
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DOI: 10.1016/j.soildyn.2020.106382
Abstract: Abstract A shear key is installed on a seismic isolation bearing to resist long-term service and small earthquake loads. In the event of a large earthquake, the shear key is cut off to allow for… read more here.
Keywords: earthquake; shear key; isolation system; seismic isolation ... See more keywords
Shake table testing and numerical modelling of a steel pallet racking structure with a seismic isolation system
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tws.2021.107924
Abstract: Abstract This study aims to evaluate the performance of a steel storage pallet racking system equipped with a novel seismic isolation system, which is effective along the cross-aisle direction alone. The isolation system consists of… read more here.
Keywords: seismic isolation; isolation system; system; pallet racking ... See more keywords
Study of Seismic Isolation by Full-Wave Numerical Modeling
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DOI: 10.1134/s1028334x18080135
Abstract: Seismic isolation (isolation of the foundation) is one of the methods to increase the earthquake resistance of buildings. It is shown that full-wave numerical modeling can be used for studying the efficiency of various designs… read more here.
Keywords: wave numerical; full wave; numerical modeling; isolation ... See more keywords
Benefits of Seismic Isolation for Nuclear Structures Subjected to Severe Earthquake
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DOI: 10.1155/2018/8017394
Abstract: The Fukushima accident has reiterated that the seismic safety is a clear necessity in the design of nuclear power plants. To overcome the weaknesses of the plant design, appropriate measures or interventions have thus to… read more here.
Keywords: benefits seismic; isolation nuclear; nuclear structures; isolation ... See more keywords