Soil-Structure interaction in Building Base (Vibration) Isolation

About

Buildings near busy roads and railways face ground-borne vibrations, leading to disruptive noise and vibration for occupants. To address this, designers often implement building base isolation, using elastomeric bearings or steel springs to reduce vibration transfer. However, guidance on isolation design remains limited, with performance depending on building purpose, load distribution, and acoustic needs. This course examines recent findings on base isolation for multistorey buildings near underground railways, focusing on soil-structure interaction at the building foundation interface. It covers vibration sources, transmission mechanisms, and location options for isolation, helping designers select optimal placement for effective vibration control.

Learning Objectives

• Recognize the importance of building base vibration isolation solutions.
• Understand the vibration transmission mechanisms, the vibration propagation path and especially the soil-structure interaction.
• Learn about what needs to be considered and what aspects need to be paid attention to during structural design and their impact on vibration propagation. 
• Discuss vibration control strategies based on the foundation chosen. 
• Discuss the added value of intermediate measurements on foundations. 
• Select the best location for the building base vibration isolation solution. 

Note: webinar sessions will be held at fixed intervals depending on the number of people signing up. Registrants will be notified of the exact event date by email.