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101-0191-00L 2 Credits DR , MSC D-BAUG
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Seismic and Vibration Isolation

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Bozidar Stojadinovic
Does not take place this semester.
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:30:37

Abstract

This course will cover the analysis and design of isolation systems to mitigate earthquakes and other forms of vibrations. The course will cover:1. Conceptual basis of seismic isolation, seismic isolation types, mechanical characteristics of isolators.2. Behavior and modeling of isolation devices, response of structures with isolation devices.3. Design approaches and code requirements

Objective

After successfully completing this course the students will be able to: 1. Understand the mechanics of and design isolator bearings. 2. Understand the dynamics of and design an isolated structure.

Content

1. Introduction: Overview of seismic isolation; review of structural dynamics and earthquake engineering principles. Viscoelastic behavior. 2. Linear theory of seismic isolation 3. Types of seismic isolation devices - Modelling of seismic isolation devices – Nonlinear response analysis of seismically isolated structures in Matlab 4. Behavior of rubber isolators under shear and compression 5. Behavior of rubber isolators under bending 6. Buckling and stability of rubber isolators 7. Code provisions for seismically isolated buildings

Resources

Lecture Notes

The electronic copies of the learning material will be uploaded to ILIAS and available through myStudies. The learning material includes: reading material, and (optional) exercise problems and solutions.

Literature

There is no single textbook for this course. However, most of the lectures are based on parts of the following books: • Dynamics of Structures, Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering, 4th edition, Anil Chopra, Prentice Hall, 2017 • Earthquake Resistant Design with Rubber, 2nd Edition, James M. Kelly, Springer, 1997 • Design of seismic isolated structures: from theory to practice, Farzad Naeim and James M. Kelly, John Wiley & Sons, 1999 • Mechanics of rubber bearings for seismic and vibration isolation, James M. Kelly and Dimitrios Konstantinidis, John Wiley & Sons, 2011

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
The examination will comprise a final comprehensive exam. The exact date will be discussed in class.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Seismic and Vibration Isolation
Does not take place this semester. Remark: Not offered in HS25.
No time listed 1 h weekly

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