This paper deals with the theoretical aspects combined with experimental analysis regarding early damage identification in passive vibro-isolation devices. Basically, this research presents the relevant results obtained for a singular element. Rubber based on elements is discussed especially. This study was a naturally fall-back of the authors large analysis regarding the dynamic behaviour of the passive isolation devices against vibration, shocks and seismic waves. Main hypothesis supposed that on the exploitation time, all technical devices and systems acquire different levels of wearing because of the dynamic overloads and their derivative influences (aging, fatigue, energy dissipation, external heating or cooling, etc.). Hereby the performance characteristics changes and the system becomes working improperly. Numerical simulations were developed for simple spatial configuration of isolation device. Stochastic approach of essential results was briefly presented nearby the relevant results and discussions.
<p>The work in seismic design of bridges is needed to develop physical models and mathematical theory, based on which will be assessed and quantified the dynamic response of bridge structures subjected to stress arising from road traffic or seismic activity.</p><p>The need for this modeling is imposed three requirements: to ensure the structural integrity of the bridge elements for subjected impulsive, proper choice of dynamic insulation elements placed as a interface between the superstructure and infrastructure, as well as analysis of effects on joints in these situations demand. This paper proposes a physical model of a general nature, enabling customization depending on the specific constructive bridge, or the way it is solicited. Customize this model was developed for this study based on the existing viaduct Transylvania highway located between km 29 +602.75 and km 29 +801.25.</p>
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