Thick rubber bearings (TRBs) are used for the mitigation of subway-induced vibrations in
over-track buildings. TRBs might be loaded in tension in tall buildings, thus their tensile …

This paper presents the testing and constitutive modeling of a Thermoplastic Polyurethane
(TPU) compound used in commercial applications. The tested specimens were extracted …

This paper presents the three-dimensional finite element constitutive modeling validation for
a Thermoplastic Poly-Urethane (TPU) material. The material parameters are those given in a …

This paper presents the experimental and numerical validation of a Vertical-Rocking
Isolation (VRI) system. The system uses vertically flexible and laterally rigid isolation devices …

This paper presents the testing and constitutive model calibration of a Thermoplastic
Polyurethane (TPU) compound utilized in commercial TPU components, and explores the …

Rolling isolation systems utilizing elastomeric spheres have the potential to offer cost-
efficiency advantages compared to traditional methods such as rubber bearings or frictional …

Rolling isolation systems using elastomeric spheres may provide significant advantages
over traditional methods (ie, rubber bearings or frictional pendulum systems) in terms of cost …