Earthquake resistant structure for spherical tanks

Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Means compensating earth-transmitted force – Relative motion means between a structure and its foundation

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248146, E02D 2734

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ABSTRACT:
A plurality of dampers are arranged and interposed between a spherical tank and its foundation in such a way that when the foundation shakes in case of an earthquake so that the spherical tank vibrates or swings relative to the foundation, the amplitude of the relative vibrations of the spherical tank may be controlled by the dampers.

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