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Base Isolation Testing Via a Versatile Machine Characterized by Robust Tracking

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A non-linear robust control of a multi-purpose earthquake simulator has been designed and experimentally tested. The test rig is characterized by a double functionality based on two configurations of the hydraulic actuation system. Due to the several operating conditions, the system is affected by structured and unstructured uncertainties that require a robust approach for the control of the position. Starting from a non-linear dynamic model, a sliding control is developed taking into account the incomplete knowledge of the system. The experimental results highlight the goodness of the proposed control in terms of stability and tracking error.

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  1. Dipartimento di Ingegneria Industriale, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, via Claudio 21, 80125, Naples, Italy

    Salvatore Strano & Mario Terzo

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  1. Department of Multimedia Engineering, College of Engineering, Mokpo National University, Mokpo, Jeonnam, Korea, Republic of (South Korea)

    Gi-Chul Yang

  2. Unit 1, 1/F IAENG Secretariat, International Association of Engine, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR

    Sio-Iong Ao

  3. Department of Applied Mathematics and Computing, Cranfield University, Cranfield, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    Len Gelman

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Strano, S., Terzo, M. (2014). Base Isolation Testing Via a Versatile Machine Characterized by Robust Tracking. In: Yang, GC., Ao, SI., Gelman, L. (eds) Transactions on Engineering Technologies. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-017-8832-8_5

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