Exploring the use of three-dimensional dispersion to damp building vibrations
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
3-1-2004
Abstract
This paper explores the use of mass/stiffness eccentricity in simple buildings to damp the response to excitation due to base motion. Examples include one- and two-story buildings when discussing low-rise structures and shear beams when discussing taller structures. Base motions include a simple step function and earthquake input. A broad range of efficiencies is achieved depending upon the system eccentricity and the available viscous damping. Asymptotic efficiencies of 50% are indicated in some cases. Optimal parameters are discussed. © ASCE / MARCH 2004.
Identifier
1642488343 (Scopus)
Publication Title
Journal of Engineering Mechanics
External Full Text Location
https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9399(2004)130:3(312)
ISSN
07339399
First Page
312
Last Page
319
Issue
3
Volume
130
Recommended Citation
MacBain, Keith and Spillers, William R., "Exploring the use of three-dimensional dispersion to damp building vibrations" (2004). Faculty Publications. 20424.
https://digitalcommons.njit.edu/fac_pubs/20424
