Abstract: A theoretical approach to determine the tilting stiffness of a rectangular elastic layer bonded between two rigid plates is presented. On the basis of two kinematics assumptions, the governing equation for the mean pressure ...

Abstract: The reinforcing elements of multilayer elastomeric isolation bearings, which are normally steel plates, are replaced by a fiber reinforcement. In contrast to the steel reinforcement which is assumed to be rigid, the fiber ...

Abstract: The reinforcing elements of multilayer elastomeric isolation bearings, which are normally steel plates, are replaced by a fiber reinforcement. The fiber-reinforced isolator is significantly lighter and could lead to a much ...