Vibration Control Systems
Meshram (Author)
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This comprehensive guide bridges the gap between theory and real-world application, giving you real-world access to cutting-edge damping technologies needed to safeguard today’s most ambitious, high-risk architectural marvels.
Vibration control has long been a central concern in the construction of skyscrapers, bridges, and other large structures, particularly as architectural designs have become more ambitious and susceptible to dynamic forces. As structures grow taller and more flexible, they become more prone to external forces such as wind loads, seismic activity, and human-induced vibrations. To ensure the safety, stability, and longevity of these structures, vibration control mechanisms have evolved significantly over the past few decades.
This book delves deeply into the innovative field of vibration control systems, with a primary focus on advanced damping technologies used in civil engineering and structural applications. The content spans the breadth of current damping solutions, from traditional methods like mass spring dampers and hydraulic dampers to cutting-edge approaches such as tuned mass dampers and hybrid damping units. Each chapter provides a comprehensive look at these technologies, including their design principles, simulation methodologies, and practical applications in modern infrastructure.
The book also explores how these systems can be integrated to create more effective and efficient solutions for mitigating structural vibrations caused by environmental forces like wind, seismic activity, and machinery operations. By integrating both theory and practical applications, this book serves as a vital resource for researchers, engineers, and practitioners seeking to enhance their understanding of damping systems and their role in modern engineering solutions.
Kundan Meshram, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya University, Bilaspur, India. He has published eight patents, four books, six book chapters, and more than 50 research papers in various national and international journals and conferences. His research interests include pavement material characterization, pavement performance and maintenance, transportation geotechnics, road safety, multimodal transportation systems, and machine learning applications in civil engineering.
Prashant Lahre is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Dr. C.V. Raman University, Bilaspur, India. His academic journey is marked by notable achievements, including the successful publication of one patent, one book chapter, and three papers in international journals and conferences. His research focuses on damper systems and their integration into civil engineering applications.
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