Passive control systems, such as tuned mass dampers (TMDs), are widely used to reduce the lateral response of multi-story buildings (MSBs) without external power. This paper presents a numerical ...

The effect of soil-structure interaction (SSI) on the dynamic responses of seismically isolated three-span continuous reinforced concrete (RC) bridge is investigated. Also, tuned mass damper(s) (TMD/s ...

Spring-loaded plungers use a spring and a plunger (or ball tip) to exert a precise and repeatable force. They are a better option than having engineers cobble together an assembly that uses a simple, ...

This research focuses on optimizing tuned mass dampers (TMDs) to achieve maximum vibration suppression in beam structures. We thoroughly investigate both the linear and nonlinear dynamic behaviors of ...

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AMHERST, Mass. – University of Massachusetts football will host its Spring Football Game on Saturday, April 25, at McGuirk Alumni Stadium. The annual event is slated for a noon start. The game will be ...