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Structural Engineering and Mechanics
  Volume 71, Number 3, August10 2019 , pages 317-327
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12989/sem.2019.71.3.317
 


new principles for implementation and operation of foundations for machines: A review of recent advances
Grzegorz Ludwik Golewski

 
Abstract
    The aim of this paper is to present the most important issues on the implementation, operation and maintenance of foundation for machines. The article presents the newest solutions both in terms of technology implementation as well as materials used in construction of such structures. Foundations for machines are special building structures used to transfer loads from an operating machine to the subsoil. The purpose of these foundations is not just to transfer loads, but also to reduce vibrations occurring during operation of the machine, i.e. their damping and preventing redistribution to other elements of the building. It should be noted that foundations for machines (particularly foundations for hammers) are the most dynamically loaded building structures. For these reasons, they require precise static and dynamic calculations, accuracy in their implementation and care for them after they have been made. Therefore, the paper in detail present the guidelines regarding: design, construction and maintenance of structures of this type. Furthermore, the most important parameters and characteristics of materials used for the construction of these foundations are described. As a result of the conducted analyzes, it was found that the concrete mix, in foundations for machines, should have a low water/binder ratio. For its execution, it is necessary to use broken aggregates from igneous rocks and binders modified with mineral additives and chemical admixtures. On the other hand, the reinforcement of composites should contain a large amount of structural reinforcement to prevent shrinkage cracks.
 
Key Words
    foundations for machines; dynamic loads; building dynamics; vibrations; reinforced concrete
 
Address
Department of Structural Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Lublin University of Technology,
Nadbystrzycka 40 str., 20-618, Lublin, Poland
 

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