Key Features:
A shock and vibration isolation system provides protection against continuous or transient shock and vibration events by decoupling (or isolating), to some degree, the input energy to or from the equipment.
Most shock and vibration isolation systems consist of a combination of suspension elements (i.e. coil/machined springs or PUMPKIN Mounts™), including an optimized level of damping. Isolation systems are designed to operate along any desired plane or axis of rotation, up to 6 degrees of freedom.
Simple isolators with linear output characteristics will provide some level of protection across a given input frequency range. However, Taylor Devices provides specialized isolation systems that can provide superior levels of protection using non-linear output parameters with unique high-frequency roll-off capabilities, thereby effectively reducing the energy input to the isolated equipment over a wider frequency bandwidth.
A tremendous amount of shaking takes place during a launch. Our isolation systems can mitigate vibrations and protect equipment on the ground or in spaceflight.
Whether handling sudden blasts and shocks on the battlefield or from underwater, our isolation systems can protect critical equipment.
Isolating critical equipment for nuclear applications is essential for protection during earthquakes and other tremors that can otherwise cause damage.
Taylor Dampers can be added to a base isolation system to provide optimized performance and efficiency during significant seismic events.
When it comes to launching a rocket into space, it is vital that critical equipment remains operational during the entire sequence which is why NASA called upon our team to develop a custom isolation system for ground support equipment, an area that experiences some of the most vibration and shaking during a launch.
Taylor Devices has also provided engineered solutions for spaceflight, including several vibration isolation systems and rate controllers. These applications require absolute zero leakage because even the tiniest amount of fluid leakage can be catastrophic in space.
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Whether protecting navigation systems, weapons containers, or any other critical equipment from blasts and shocks, our team of engineers will develop a solution that meets your requirements using our full suite of isolation products. Prior to shipment, our products are qualified at our world class testing facility.
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Earthquakes and tremors can cause significant damage and can be catastrophic when dealing with nuclear applications. Our team has the unique advantage of experience in damper design principles in radiation environments, advanced modeling, non-linear time history analysis, and optimization of damper systems that we can apply to nuclear applications. From lock-up devices for thermal expansion of pipes and utilities to isolating entire core reactors, we can help.
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Base isolation systems reduce structural excitation by physically decoupling the structure from the ground. This type of solution requires that the entire structure be separated from the foundation and isolation bearings inserted between the two. By doing so, the building will be isolated from the movement of the ground during seismic events. Learn more about base isolation systems for buildings, or contact us today.
