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8 Friction Pendulum Seismic Isolation Bearings for Buildings, Bridges, Industrial Facilities |
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Year: |
2000 |
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Description: |
With spherical Friction Pendulum seismic isolation bearings at each support point, a structure sways with a gentle pendulum motion during earthquake ground shaking. This allows the ground to shake without damaging the structure. Friction Pendulum seismic isolation provides structures with higher level of seismic protection than conventional structural strength and ductility design. Friction Pendulum bearings are simple in design but with versatile properties and a wide range of ap-plications. They are less expensive to install than elastomeric bearings. Friction Pendulum bearings have been used in some of the world’s largest seismically isolated buildings, bridges, and industrial tanks. They are also effective and economical for small buildings and chemical tanks. |
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Contact Person: |
Dr. Victor Zayas |
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Organization: |
Earthquake Protection Systems, Inc. |
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Address: |
2801 Giant Hwy., Bldg. A |
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Richmond |
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CA |
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Postal Code: |
94806 |
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Phone No.: |
(510) 232-5993 |
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232-6577 |
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This page last updated 05/15/02 by RICarr |
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