
Gerald Desmond Replacement Bridge Featured in Informed Infrastructure
The February edition of Informed Infrastructure magazine features an extensive article on the Gerald Desmond Replacement Bridge.
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The February edition of Informed Infrastructure magazine features an extensive article on the Gerald Desmond Replacement Bridge.
In a new report that was sent to Congress, experts encourage officials to consider adopting functional recovery approaches that go beyond the current requirements.
Our very own, Aaron Malatesta, P.E. sat down with Mehmet Emre Ozcanli, President of the Turkish Association for Seismic Isolation, to discuss the use of Viscous Dampers, specifically in non-ductile concrete moment frame buildings.
Taylor Devices Seismic Dampers protect the towers & main span of the Gerald Desmond Bridge. Read this fantastic article on how these devices protect the bridge from seismic activity.
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In June, we interview Evan Reis of the U.S. Resiliency Council. We discuss improving the standards of our buildings and how prepared we are for a true urban disaster. Learn more about the USRC at: usrc.org
Low amplitude dampers can be used to apply damping to a more rigid structure that only experiences small displacements from earthquakes, wind and/or pedestrian vibrations.