Research Article
Oct 1971
Ambient Vibration of Two Suspension Bridges
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Volume 97, Issue 10
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The dynamic characteristics (i.e., normal mode natural frequencies, damping, and shapes) of two suspension bridges are estimated from experimentally measured ambient motion time histories. These characteristics were estimated using random vibration theory and the power spectral densities of ambient time histories. Twenty normal modes of vibration were observed in the 0 cycle per min-60 cycle per min frequency range for the Newport Bridge in Rhode Island. These modes include nine vertical, six lateral, and two torsional deck modes, plus three longitudinal tower modes. For each mode, estimates are obtained of natural frequency of vibration, damping, and shape. For the other suspension bridge, the William Preston Lane Memorial Bridge, 13 normal modes of vibration were observed. These modes are six vertical, six lateral, and one torsional deck mode. No tower modes were observed in the 0 cycle per min-60 cycle per min frequency range.
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Journal of the Structural Division
Volume 97 • Issue 10 • October 1971
Pages: 2567 - 2582
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© 1971 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Oct 1971
Published online: Feb 1, 2021
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Vernon R. McLamore
Research Engr., Teledyne Geotronics, Long Beach, Calif.
Gary C. Hart, AM.ASCE
Tech. Consultant, Asst. Prof. of Engrg., Mechanics and Structures Dept., Univ. of California, Los Angeles, Calif.
Ian R. Stubbs
Mgr., Structural Engrg., Teledyne Geotronics, Long Beach, Calif.
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