Earthquake Resistant Design Using Friction Pendulum Connections

by Victor A. Zayas, Earthquake Protection Systems, United States,
Stanley S. Low, Earthquake Protection Systems, United States,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: Seismic Engineering: Research and Practice

Abstract:

The Friction Pendulum System (FPS) offers a simple approach for increasing a structure's earthquake resistance. The approach uses steel connections which absorb earthquake vibrations using small amplitude pendulum motions. The FPS connections can permit the building frames to resist severe seismic forces on an elastic strength basis, with only minimal impact on the construction cost. This paper discusses the design approach, FPS performance, an example design, and design details.

Subject Headings: Seismic design | Building design | Structural design | Plastic design | Earthquake resistant structures | Connections (structural) | Friction

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