Structural Dynamics Lab

This facility is used for shake table testing of structural and non-structural models.

• Uni-directional horizontal shake table with MTS servo-valve actuator, 10 kips capacity, ±3” stroke, 31 in/sec velocity, 50 Hz 4.5 ft. x 4.5 ft.
• Uni-directional vertical shake table with MTS servo-valve actuator, 3 kips capacity, ±3” stroke, 31 in/sec velocity, 50 Hz, 2 ft. x 2 ft.
• Clearance height of 12 ft.
• Two Spectral Dynamics PUMA Controller software integrated with data acquisition system (10 channels), antialiasing filters, and sampling rate in excess of 2,000 Hz
• Two 50HP powerful hydraulic pumps with 22 GPM capacity and manifolds for the hydraulic actuators
• One extra servo-valve MTS dynamic actuator, 10 kips capacity and ±3” stroke, 31 in/sec velocity
• Accelerometers, Load Cells, LVDTs, Potentiometers, and Strain Gauges
• State-of-the-art Laser Vibrometer Test Setup, data acquisition, controller, and all others accessories