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Smart Structures and Systems Volume 25, Number 5, May 2020 , pages 543-557 DOI: https://doi.org/10.12989/sss.2020.25.5.543 |
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Investigations on a vertical isolation system with quasi-zero stiffness property |
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Ying Zhou and Peng Chen
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| Abstract | ||
| This paper presents a series of experimental and numerical investigations on a vertical isolation system with quasi-zero stiffness (QZS) property. The isolation system comprises a linear helical spring and disk spring. The disk spring is designed to provide variable stiffness to the system. Orthogonal static tests with different design parameters are conducted to verify the mathematical and mechanical models of the isolation system. The deviations between theoretical and test results influenced by the design parameters are summarized. Then, the dynamic tests for the systems with different under-load degrees are performed, including the fast sweeping tests, harmonic excitation tests, and half-sine impact tests. The displacement transmissibility, vibration reduction rate, and free vibration response are calculated. Based on the test results, the variation of the transmission rule is evaluated and the damping magnitudes and types are identified. In addition, the relevant numerical time history responses are calculated considering the nonlinear behavior of the system. The results indicate that the QZS isolation system has a satisfactory isolation effect, while a higher damping level can potentially promote the isolation performance in the low-frequency range. It is also proved that the numerical calculation method accurately predicts the transmission character of the isolation system. | ||
| Key Words | ||
| quasi-zero stiffness; static test; dynamic test; transfer function | ||
| Address | ||
| State Key Laboratory of Disaster Reduction in Civil Engineering, Tongji University, 200092 Yangpu District, Shanghai, China. | ||