The project is to develop a dynamic experimental facility for testing of semi-active control devices and their use for response control of structures subjected to earthquake induced ground motions. The electro-magnetic high force actuator, data acquisition systems, digital signal processing board systems and dynamic response transducers will be used to prepare a shaking platform to test structures provided with electro-rheological and magneto-rheological semi-active devices. This laboratory facility will be used to test semi-active device designs, smart sensor systems and parametric structural control systems.

Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1996-09-15
Budget End
1997-08-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1996
Total Cost
$38,257
Indirect Cost
Name
Duke University
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Durham
State
NC
Country
United States
Zip Code
27705