Vibration isolation applications in the construction industry

 

1. Seismic isolator: A seismic isolator is a common isolation device used to reduce the impact of earthquakes on buildings. They are usually installed at the bottom of the building structure to reduce the vibration of the building caused by earthquakes by absorbing and dispersing seismic energy. For example, buildings such as Tokyo Tower in Tokyo and Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles have adopted seismic isolator technology to enhance earthquake resistance.

 

2. Seismic isolation bearings: Seismic isolation bearings are usually installed on the foundation of buildings to reduce the transmission of ground vibrations to the building. These supports can be made of springs, rubber, or other materials, which can effectively isolate ground vibrations and protect the structure of the building from damage. For example, some high-speed railway bridges and high-rise buildings have adopted seismic isolation bearing technology to reduce the impact of vibration on the structure.

 

3. Air spring isolator: An air spring isolator is a device that uses the principle of compressed air to reduce vibration, typically used for isolating heavy equipment such as air conditioning and ventilation systems in buildings. These isolators can effectively reduce the transmission of equipment vibration to buildings, improving the comfort and safety of building use.

 

4. Soundproof wall: Soundproof wall is a structure used to reduce the transmission of noise inside and outside buildings, commonly found around residential areas, factories, and transportation hubs. These walls are designed with sound-absorbing materials, sound insulation materials, and other structural materials, which can effectively isolate the noise inside and outside the building, providing a quieter living and working environment.

 

These specific examples of vibration isolation applications demonstrate how vibration isolation technology can be used in the construction industry to protect building structures, improve seismic performance, enhance indoor environmental quality, and improve living comfort.