Real - time structural parameter modification (RSPM) : Development of innervated structures

ABSTRACT

This report presents a structural vibration reduction system which includes control algoritms and example devices. The concept of this system is to adaptively change the physical parameters of a structure based on dynamic information such as ground motions and the structure's response to these motions. This approach is referred to as Real-time structural parameter modification (RSPM). A structure implemented with RSPM capacity is called an innervated structure.This report presents only the basic concept and preliminary theoretical and experimental results to demostrate the feasibility of introducing innervating knowledge base for the design and construction of man-made structures with features and characteristics similar to those of living systems.(AU)