Abstract
This study expresses a novel active vibration control method for a house structure by using magnetic levitation. The magnetic levitation system is easy to install to the ceiling because there is no need to use linear guides or bearings. In this study, a magnetic levitation device is attached to the iron plate fixed firmly to ceiling of the structure and it will levitate when a vibration occurs. The total mass of structure will be decreased while levitating, resulting in the change of its natural frequency. Moreover, an efficient vibration control method is examined. Finally the results of experiments are shown to confirm its feasibility.
