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Experimental dampers

Example of experimental dampers on a wooden building column.

Dampers are incorporated at beam-column joins. They are made of materials that disperse an earthquake’s energy, reducing the chance of breakage.

This is an example of experimental dampers on a wooden building column.

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Rights: Image courtesy of Robinson Seismic Limited
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