Table of Contents
Introduction
Motivation and Objectives
Overview of the Book
Vibration Control of Structures
Introduction
Passive Control of Structures
Active Control of Structures
Semi-Active Control of Structures
Hybrid Control of Structures
Concluding Remarks
Wavelets
What is a Wavelet?
Types of Wavelets
Multiresolution Analysis
Time-Frequency Signal Analysis of Earthquake Records
Introduction
Continuous Wavelet Transform (CWT)
Ground Motions as a Sequence of Penny-Shaped Ruptures at Different Locations along the Fault Line
Selection of the Basis Wavelet Function
Representing Earthquake Acceleration Signals by Wavelet Saclograms
Concluding Remarks
Feedback Control Algorithms
Introduction
Equations of Motion
LQR Control Algorithm
LQG Control Algorithm
Shortcomings of Classic Control Algorithms
Filtered-x LMS algorithm
Introduction
Adaptive LMS Filter
Filtered-x LMS Control Algorithm
Application to Active Tuned Mass Damper
Hybrid Feedback-LMS Algorithm
Introduction
Hybrid Feedback-LMS Algorithm
Application to Active Tuned Mass Damper
Concluding Remarks
Wavelet-Hybrid Feedback LMS Algorithm for Robust Control of Structures
Introduction
Wavelet Transform as an Effective Filter for Control Problems
Wavelet-Hybrid Feedback LMS Control Algorithm
Concluding Remarks
Hybrid Control of 3D Irregular Buildings under Seismic Excitation
Introduction
Analytical Model
Optimal Control of 3D Irregular Buildings Equipped with Hybrid Damper-TLCD System
Vibration Control of Highrise Buildings under wind Loading
Introduction
76-Story Benchmark Building
Semi Active TLCD System
Hybrid Damper-TLCD System
Stochastic Wind Loads
Vibration Control of Cable-Styed Bridges
Introduction
Cable-Stayed Bridge Benchmark Problem
Numerical Simulation
Sensitivity Analysis
Concluding Remarks
Conclusion – Toward a New Generation of Smart Building and Bridge Structures
References
Index
