Passive structure with energy absorbing capacity

Details Passive structure with energy absorbing capacity Passive structure with energy absorbing capacity

1984-01-27

1985-04-16

Foss, J. Franklin

Supports

Resilient support

Including additional energy absorbing means, e.g., fluid or...

108136, 248580, 248603, F16M 1300

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045111154

ABSTRACT:
A passive support structure comprises rigid compression members in which only compressive forces are generated, and extendable tensile members, which elongate as necessary to accommodate externally applied forces. The structure incorporates two spaced members, a lower base member and an upper support member, interconnected by a plurality of rigid compression members, the ends of which are pivotally attached to both the base and the support member. Because of the pivotal connections, only axial compressive forces can be generated within the compression members. Also interconnecting the base and support members are elastic tensile members, which yield as necessary to accommodate the applied force, and in which energy absorbing and dissipating elements can be incorporated.

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