Seismic Isolation of Bridge Structures

by Ronald L. Mayes, Dynamic Isolation Systems Inc, Berkeley, CA, USA,
Ian G. Buckle, Dynamic Isolation Systems Inc, Berkeley, CA, USA,
Lindsay R. Jones, Dynamic Isolation Systems Inc, Berkeley, CA, USA,
Trevor E. Kelly, Dynamic Isolation Systems Inc, Berkeley, CA, USA,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: Dynamic Response of Structures

Abstract:

Seismic isolation concept has been extensively developed and applied in New Zealand and is receiving increased attention in the United States. Two bridge projects have incorporated the concept and another is in the preliminary design phase. In addition to these bridge projects, four buildings have or will incorporate the concept. This paper discusses various seismic isolation concepts, design application, and a three-span bridge example.

Subject Headings: Seismic design | Seismic tests | Structural design | Bridge design | Base isolation | Load and resistance factor design | Span bridges | New Zealand | Oceania | United States

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