A study of seismic isolators used in buildings and their properties

Abstract

The differences in soil properties, inadequacy in inspections and workmanship errors negatively affect the earthquake performance of the structures. Similarly, the complexity of earthquake forces that cannot be formulated adequately makes structural engineering solutions difficult. One of the solutions that will reduce the loss of life and property during an earthquake is the use of seismic isolators. In this study, the types of insulators used today and their properties were examined.