Manuscript Number : IJSRCE18251
Applicability of Seismic Base Isolation in Structure
Authors(1) :-Animesh Pal
This paper briefly reviews the concepts, applicability and benefits of using base-isolation in structures in severe seismic zones. It is a passive means to obtain seismic response control in structure through utilizing three basic functions – horizontal flexibility, energy dissipation and rigidity against normal lateral loads. The rubber-lead bearing appears to be the best isolator performing all three functions efficiently while the base-isolation of masonry building through a planned sliding joint gets considerable attention. Conditions favor the choice of base-isolation alternative to conventional elastic or elasto-plastic designs are indicated.
Animesh Pal
Civil Engineering Department, Aliah University, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Seismic response, Base- isolation, Response Spectra, Hysteretic energy dissipation
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Publication Details
Published in : Volume 2 | Issue 5 | 2018
Date of Publication : 2018-12-30
License: This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Page(s) : 50-56
Manuscript Number : IJSRCE18251
Publisher : Technoscience Academy
URL : https://ijsrce.com/IJSRCE18251
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