Abstract: In this study, the seismic response of a scale-model, base-isolated, multistory structure is numerically investigated. At the isolation level, the structure is equipped with isolation bearings combined with adaptive ...

Abstract: This paper presents a systematic method for identifying the optimal damper distribution to control the seismic response of a 20-story benchmark building. A genetic algorithm with integer representation was used to determine ...

Abstract: An experimental study of a base-isolated, 1:4 scale, three-story steel frame is presented. The isolation system incorporates laminated rubber (elastomeric) bearings combined with variable-orifice fluid dampers. The dynamic ...