Inerter-Based Base Isolation System for Masonry Structures: Numerical Models for Experimental Testing
Abstract
This paper presents the results obtained from numerical simulations of shaking-table experimental tests on a benchmark masonry structure, base-isolated by a hybrid base isolation system. The latter combines standard base isolators with a tuned inerter damper, consisting of a grounded rack-and-pinion inerter connected in series to a set of linearly-elastic springs and a viscous dashpot in parallel. Finite element analyses implemented in SAP2000 demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed hybrid base isolation system.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Vibration Control and Rheological Fluids
Masonry and Concrete Structural Analysis
Seismic Performance and Analysis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Green energy and technology
- Pages
- 256–274
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter