Classification of Human Induced Floor Vibrations

Tomi Toratti; Asko Talja

doi:10.1260/135101006778605370

Classification of Human Induced Floor Vibrations

Tomi Toratti (Corresponding Author), Asko Talja (Corresponding Author)

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland

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Abstract

This paper summarizes results from vibration tests on floors. Classification of floors into five headings is given based on vibration characteristics. Suggested criteria and limiting values are proposed. These values are based on tests carried out on site and in laboratory conditions. It was found that the point load deflection is the best indicator for floor vibration design, when the fundamental frequency is higher than 10 Hz. It is further suggested that the deformation caused by the point load is divided into a local deflection mainly caused by soft toppings and floating floors and a global deflection of the main floor joists.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	211-221
Journal	Building Acoustics
Volume	13
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1260/135101006778605370
Publication status	Published - 2006
MoE publication type	A1 Journal article-refereed

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Keywords

vibrations
floor
timber structures
design

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Toratti, T., & Talja, A. (2006). Classification of Human Induced Floor Vibrations. Building Acoustics, 13(3), 211-221. https://doi.org/10.1260/135101006778605370

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