Mine blast‐induced ground motion response reduction using semi‐active devices

Abstract

SummaryThe aim of this paper is reducing the responses of structures under the mine blast‐induced ground motion by using semi‐active tools. In other words, the objective of this study is to provide a method to reduce the destructive effects of underground mine‐blast excitation. Investigating the behavior of structures under the mine blast excitation is essential because some buildings are subjected to the blast load of mines due to the rapid urbanization in different regions. Also, the importance of studying this excitation, based on the distinctive nature of mine blast‐induced underground motion, becomes more apparent. For proper investigation and comparison of responses, a seismic excitation is considered. To reduce the responses of two proposed shear structures, magnetorheological (MR) and orifice dampers are utilized. The optimum location for these dampers is investigated. To generate the optimal force each time step the clipped‐optimal algorithm is used based on the input force. The control force can be changed by adjusting the input voltage and magnetic field of dampers. In this research, structural responses based on optimal and maximum voltage are scrutinized. The results indicated that the proposed method is appropriate for reducing the responses of structures under the mine blast‐induced ground motion and seismic excitation.