Testing of Seismic Isolation Components
The main objectives of seismic isolator testing include:
1. Performance Evaluation
2. Reliability Testing
3. Design Verification
4. Safety Confirmation
5. Standards Compliance
These objectives help enhance the seismic performance and safety of the building.
Testing Components:
1. Pot Bearing
2. Cast Steel Bearing
3. Lead Rubber Bearing
4. Friction Pendulum System
5. Rubber Bearing Pad
Related Test Standards
1. AASHTO Highway Bridge Design Specifications, Part 2, Section 18.3.5.3 (1996) 2. AASHTO Highway Bridge Design Specifications, Part 2, Sections 18.7.4.5.6, 18.7.4.5.7 (2022) 3. AASHTO Highway Bridge Design Specifications, Part 2, Sections 18.7.2.5, 18.7.2.6, 18.7.2.7, 18.7.2.9 (2022) 4. Japan Road Association, "Road Bridge Bearing Handbook", Section 4.3.2 (2004) 5. Ministry of Transportation and Communications, Highway Engineering Specifications, Chapter 05823 6. Ministry of Transportation and Communications, Highway Bureau, Highway Engineering Specifications, Chapter 0582A 7. Seismic Design Specifications for Highway Bridges, Chapter 7: Seismic Isolation and Energy Dissipation Design 8. Ministry of the Interior, Seismic Design Specifications for Buildings and Explanations, Chapter 9: Seismic Isolation Building Design
