Numerical Modeling of New Semiactive Damper Actuator
Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 139, Issue 12
Abstract
Recent investigations have demonstrated the ability of semiactive devices to reduce the structural vibration. In this paper, a new device called the semiactive damper actuator (SADA) is introduced, which reduces the vibration response of structures during earthquakes. Numerical simulations are carried out to study the effects and advantages of SADA. Simulation results are presented and the responses of structures equipped with this device are compared with ones equipped with other similar devices. The results show SADA’s ability to reduce the seismic response of structures. SADA is a semiactive type and requires low energy to operate; therefore, it can be used widely to control the seismic response of structures.
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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 139 • Issue 12 • December 2013
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Received: May 3, 2012
Accepted: May 10, 2013
Published online: Sep 9, 2013
Published in print: Dec 1, 2013
Discussion open until: Feb 9, 2014
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