Earthquake Engineering
Base isolators are specialized devices designed to decouple a building or structure from ground motion during an earthquake, allowing it to move independently of the shaking. These isolators help protect structures by absorbing and dissipating seismic energy, reducing the forces transmitted to the building and minimizing damage. They are a critical component in modern earthquake-resistant design, enabling better structural performance during seismic events.
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