Dynamic analysis and modelling of heavy machinery foundations

Abstract

The modelling of soil‐foundation systems and the evaluation of the foundation compliance functions through a finite/infinite element technique is presented. By means of in situ measurements performed upon heavy machinery foundations, the actual dynamic foundation loading condition is computed. The results obtained are used for redesigning the foundations according to maximum allowable vibration patterns. The procedure clearly shows the advantages of the technique, which leads to efficient designs for all types of foundations.

Citation

Medina, F., Estay, J. and Moroni, M.O. (1987), "Dynamic analysis and modelling of heavy machinery foundations", Engineering Computations, Vol. 4 No. 4, pp. 341-346. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb023712