Publication 354 Design of floors for vibration: a new approach (revised edition, February 2009)

Publication Year

2009

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Outlines the theory and sources of vibrations and then considers architectural and structural aspects of floor design. Defines acceptability of vibrations, in part in relation to perception and sensitivity. Describes general assessment for establishing vibration response, establishing criteria by which it is measured, and a simplified assessment for steel floors. The design procedures are valid for steel-framed floors using hot rolled steel sections and lightweight floors using thin cold-formed steel members. The simplified procedure is suited to framing arrangements that are generally regular in plan. This revised edition includes advice relevant to health buildings in response to HTM 08-01.

Document History

Replaces 2007 edition. Supersedes "Design guide on the vibration of floors in hospitals" P331 (SCI, 2004) and "Design guide on the vibration of floors" P076 (SCI, 1989).

Author

Smith, A. L., Hicks, S. J. and Devine, P. J.

ISBN

9781859421765

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