Wind-Tunnel Tests of a Bridge Model with Active Vibration Control
Author(s): |
Henriette I. Hansen
Pedro A. Mendes Fernando A. Branco |
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Medium: | journal article |
Language(s): | English |
Published in: | Structural Engineering International, November 2000, n. 4, v. 10 |
Page(s): | 249-253 |
DOI: | 10.2749/101686600780481239 |
Abstract: |
The application of active control systems to reduce wind vibrations in bridges is a new area of research. This paper presents the results obtained from a set of wind-tunnel tests on a bridge model equipped with active movable flaps. Based on the monitored position and motion of the deck, the flaps are regulated by a control algorithm so that the wind forces exerted on them counteract the deck oscillations. |