Using Tuned Mass Dampers to Mitigate Floor Vibrations
The effects of vibration in a floor system, while typically not dangerous from a life safety perspective, can present a serviceability issue. To reduce the effects of vibration, engineers may consider increasing the mass of the structure or otherwise stiffening the floor. When increasing the mass or stiffness is not feasible, there are other options […]
CASE Publications Available on Updated Website, Including the Free Document CASE Guide to Special Inspections
As we mentioned in a previous blog post on the Toolkit for Ten Foundations of Risk Management, the Council of American Structural Engineers (CASE) offers documents, including the toolkit articles, at no charge to its members. These documents are also available for purchase, and a discount is available to members of ACEC. Earlier this year, […]