Simple Vibration Control System for Shear Structures

Abstract

A simple vibration control system proposed here involves two combined structures with some simple vibration dissipation material between them. By combining two inclined cantilever-like constructions at the top of these structures and placing highly damping rubber where they join, the vibrational energy can be effectively dissipated by a small amount of vertical oscillatory motion. Experiments involving two conditions, in which vibration is controlled and not controlled are considered. Under these conditions, the effectiveness of these structures for both free and forced vibration is demonstrated. Numerical analyses have also performed to make sure the effectiveness obtained by the experiments.