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An introduction to the double concave friction pendulum bearing

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Abstract

The Double Concave Friction Pendulum (DCFP) bearing is an adaptation of the well-known single concave Friction Pendulum bearing. The principal benefit of the DCFP bearing is its capacity to accommodate substantially larger displacements compared to a traditional FP bearing of identical plan dimensions. Moreover, by using concave surfaces having different radii of curvature and coefficients of friction, there is greater flexibility in design to optimize performance. This paper describes the principles of operation of the bearing and presents sample results of characterization testing.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication8th US National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2006
Pages8214-8220
Number of pages7
StatePublished - 2006
Event8th US National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2006 - San Francisco, CA, United States
Duration: Apr 18 2006Apr 22 2006

Publication series

Name8th US National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2006
Volume14

Conference

Conference8th US National Conference on Earthquake Engineering 2006
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Francisco, CA
Period04/18/0604/22/06

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