Springs in Structures - Revision history

Designing Buildings at 08:27, 30 December 2020

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−	~~= Find out more =~~	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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−	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===	+

	* Compression springs.		* Compression springs.
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	* Types of spring.		* Types of spring.

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Designing Buildings at 11:22, 22 November 2018

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	Springs have many interesting uses and are found in various applications – from the lesser-known use within train tracks to the more obvious function a clicking pens.	+	Springs have many interesting uses and are found in various applications – from the lesser-known use within train tracks to the more obvious function in clicking pens.

	Springs are also a vital component within many structures all over the world; from buildings to bridges and other types of large construction.		Springs are also a vital component within many structures all over the world; from buildings to bridges and other types of large construction.
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	* The Multiple Uses of Compression Springs		* The Multiple Uses of Compression Springs
	* The Uses of Wire Forms Within the Construction Industry		* The Uses of Wire Forms Within the Construction Industry
		+	* Types of spring.

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Designing Buildings at 10:56, 12 June 2018

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−	~~Springs have many interesting uses and are found in various applications – from the lesser-known use within train tracks to the more obvious function within a clicking pen.~~	+	= Introduction =

−	Springs are also a vital component within many structures all over the world; from buildings to bridges and ~~many~~ other types of large ~~constructions~~.	+	Springs have many interesting uses and are found in various applications – from the lesser-known use within train tracks to the more obvious function a clicking pens.
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		+	Springs are also a vital component within many structures all over the world; from buildings to bridges and other types of large construction.

	[[File:Millenium_Bridge_London_Springs_in_Structures.jpg\|link=File:Millenium_Bridge_London_Springs_in_Structures.jpg]]		[[File:Millenium_Bridge_London_Springs_in_Structures.jpg\|link=File:Millenium_Bridge_London_Springs_in_Structures.jpg]]

−	= Suspension ~~Bridges~~ =	+	= Suspension bridges =

−	Many suspension bridges ~~utilise~~ springs to stabilise their structure.	+	Many suspension bridges use springs to stabilise their structure.

−	An example of this is the [https://www.europeansprings.com/spring-manufacturer/references-spring-solutions/oresund-bridge/ Öresund Bridge] – a combined motorway and railway bridge between Sweden and Denmark. There were vibration issues ~~caused~~ from the cables along the bridge in certain wind and temperature conditions. By installing ~~several~~ dampers that ~~contain~~ compression springs (amongst other components) for the most exposed cables, the weight was supported and provided a moveable ring that regulated the air flow on each side.	+	An example of this is the [https://www.europeansprings.com/spring-manufacturer/references-spring-solutions/oresund-bridge/ Öresund Bridge] – a combined motorway and railway bridge between Sweden and Denmark. There were vibration issues from the cables along the bridge in certain wind and temperature conditions. By installing dampers that contained compression springs (amongst other components) for the most exposed cables, the weight was supported and provided a moveable ring that regulated the air flow on each side.

−	Another suspension bridge to ~~use~~ springs within its structure is the Millennium Bridge.	+	Another suspension bridge to uses springs within its structure is the Millennium Bridge. At one point, it was nicknamed the Wobbly Bridge after the mass footfall meant that those on the southern and middle spans felt the bridge sway and twist. The problem was fixed with two different dampers; viscous dampers (similar to car shock absorbers); and tuned mass dampers, a large mass stiffened by springs.

−	At one point, it was nicknamed the Wobbly Bridge after the mass footfall meant that those on the southern and middle spans felt the bridge sway and twist. The problem was fixed with two different dampers; viscous dampers (similar to car shock absorbers); and tuned mass dampers, a large mass stiffened by springs.	+	= Disaster prevention =

−	~~= Disaster Prevention =~~	+	Springs are used in some larger and taller structures, such as several-storey hotels and office blocks, building structures that are resilient to earthquakes in parts of the world that are exposed to tremors is vital.

−	Especially when it comes to larger and taller structures, such as several-storey hotels and office blocks, building structures that are resilient to earthquakes in parts of the world that are exposed to tremors is vital. One of the methods to prevent this kind of disaster is known as base isolation.	+	One of the methods to prevent this kind of disaster is known as base isolation. This involves using spring systems or bearings that ‘float’ a building above its base foundations.
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−	~~Base isolation~~ involves using spring systems or bearings that ‘float’ a building above its base foundations.	+

	As the structure is attached to its foundations by a strong material, when a disaster such as an earthquake strikes, the structure can move slightly without being disconnected from its original foundations. This method has been in practice for years and has been [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Using_springs_in_construction_to_prevent_disaster used in numerous structures].		As the structure is attached to its foundations by a strong material, when a disaster such as an earthquake strikes, the structure can move slightly without being disconnected from its original foundations. This method has been in practice for years and has been [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Using_springs_in_construction_to_prevent_disaster used in numerous structures].

−	= Building ~~Security~~ =	+	= Building security =

−	Springs and wire forms can be found in anti-climbing and safety measures for ~~a building~~, often in the form of fixing clips.	+	Springs and wire forms can be found in anti-climbing and safety measures for buildings, often in the form of fixing clips.

−	A well-known example of this is the [https://www.europeansprings.com/case-study-the-tate-modern/ Tate Modern. This structure uses fixing clips for holding faceplates] (an attachment with slots for work to be mounted) onto corbels (a projection out of a wall to support the structure above it) that cover the first 15 metres up around the base of the gallery to establish an anti-climb zone.	+	A well-known example of this is the [https://www.europeansprings.com/case-study-the-tate-modern/ Tate Modern.] This structure uses fixing clips for holding faceplates (an attachment with slots for work to be mounted) onto corbels (a projection out of a wall to support the structure above it) that cover the first 15 metres up around the base of the gallery to establish an anti-climb zone.

	In total, there were 650 springs created for the building with a 10-day turnaround as the scaffolding for the building was taken down sooner than anticipated.		In total, there were 650 springs created for the building with a 10-day turnaround as the scaffolding for the building was taken down sooner than anticipated.

−	--[[User:~~European Springs and Pressings Ltd~~\|European Springs and Pressings Ltd]] 09:59, 27 Apr 2018 (BST)	+	--[[User:European_Springs_and_Pressings_Ltd\|European Springs and Pressings Ltd]] 09:59, 27 Apr 2018 (BST)
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		+	= Find out more =
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		+	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===
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		+	* Compression springs.
		+	* Die springs.
		+	* E-spring.
		+	* Flat springs.
		+	* Key qualities of springs.
		+	* Spring materials.
		+	* The importance of gas springs.
		+	* Tension springs v torsion springs.
		+	* Using springs in construction to prevent disaster.
		+	* Large and Hot Coiled Compression Springs
		+	* The Difference Between Tension and Torsion Springs
		+	* The Multiple Uses of Compression Springs
		+	* The Uses of Wire Forms Within the Construction Industry

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European Springs and Pressings Ltd at 08:59, 27 April 2018

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	In total, there were 650 springs created for the building with a 10-day turnaround as the scaffolding for the building was taken down sooner than anticipated.		In total, there were 650 springs created for the building with a 10-day turnaround as the scaffolding for the building was taken down sooner than anticipated.
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		+	--[[User:European Springs and Pressings Ltd\|European Springs and Pressings Ltd]] 09:59, 27 Apr 2018 (BST)

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European Springs and Pressings Ltd at 08:58, 27 April 2018

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	Springs are also a vital component within many structures all over the world; from buildings to bridges and many other types of large constructions.		Springs are also a vital component within many structures all over the world; from buildings to bridges and many other types of large constructions.

−	[[File:~~Millenium Bridge London Springs in Structures~~.jpg]]	+	[[File:Millenium_Bridge_London_Springs_in_Structures.jpg\|link=File:Millenium_Bridge_London_Springs_in_Structures.jpg]]

−	Suspension Bridges	+	= Suspension Bridges =

	Many suspension bridges utilise springs to stabilise their structure.		Many suspension bridges utilise springs to stabilise their structure.
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	At one point, it was nicknamed the Wobbly Bridge after the mass footfall meant that those on the southern and middle spans felt the bridge sway and twist. The problem was fixed with two different dampers; viscous dampers (similar to car shock absorbers); and tuned mass dampers, a large mass stiffened by springs.		At one point, it was nicknamed the Wobbly Bridge after the mass footfall meant that those on the southern and middle spans felt the bridge sway and twist. The problem was fixed with two different dampers; viscous dampers (similar to car shock absorbers); and tuned mass dampers, a large mass stiffened by springs.

−	Disaster Prevention	+	= Disaster Prevention =

	Especially when it comes to larger and taller structures, such as several-storey hotels and office blocks, building structures that are resilient to earthquakes in parts of the world that are exposed to tremors is vital. One of the methods to prevent this kind of disaster is known as base isolation.		Especially when it comes to larger and taller structures, such as several-storey hotels and office blocks, building structures that are resilient to earthquakes in parts of the world that are exposed to tremors is vital. One of the methods to prevent this kind of disaster is known as base isolation.
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	As the structure is attached to its foundations by a strong material, when a disaster such as an earthquake strikes, the structure can move slightly without being disconnected from its original foundations. This method has been in practice for years and has been [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Using_springs_in_construction_to_prevent_disaster used in numerous structures].		As the structure is attached to its foundations by a strong material, when a disaster such as an earthquake strikes, the structure can move slightly without being disconnected from its original foundations. This method has been in practice for years and has been [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Using_springs_in_construction_to_prevent_disaster used in numerous structures].

−	Building Security	+	= Building Security =

	Springs and wire forms can be found in anti-climbing and safety measures for a building, often in the form of fixing clips.		Springs and wire forms can be found in anti-climbing and safety measures for a building, often in the form of fixing clips.

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Springs have many interesting uses and are found in various applications – from the lesser-known use within train tracks to the more obvious function within a clicking pen.

Springs are also a vital component within many structures all over the world; from buildings to bridges and many other types of large constructions.

[[File:Millenium Bridge London Springs in Structures.jpg]]

Suspension Bridges

Many suspension bridges utilise springs to stabilise their structure.

An example of this is the [https://www.europeansprings.com/spring-manufacturer/references-spring-solutions/oresund-bridge/ Öresund Bridge] – a combined motorway and railway bridge between Sweden and Denmark. There were vibration issues caused from the cables along the bridge in certain wind and temperature conditions. By installing several dampers that contain compression springs (amongst other components) for the most exposed cables, the weight was supported and provided a moveable ring that regulated the air flow on each side.

Another suspension bridge to use springs within its structure is the Millennium Bridge.

At one point, it was nicknamed the Wobbly Bridge after the mass footfall meant that those on the southern and middle spans felt the bridge sway and twist. The problem was fixed with two different dampers; viscous dampers (similar to car shock absorbers); and tuned mass dampers, a large mass stiffened by springs.

Disaster Prevention

Especially when it comes to larger and taller structures, such as several-storey hotels and office blocks, building structures that are resilient to earthquakes in parts of the world that are exposed to tremors is vital. One of the methods to prevent this kind of disaster is known as base isolation.

Base isolation involves using spring systems or bearings that ‘float’ a building above its base foundations.

As the structure is attached to its foundations by a strong material, when a disaster such as an earthquake strikes, the structure can move slightly without being disconnected from its original foundations. This method has been in practice for years and has been [https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Using_springs_in_construction_to_prevent_disaster used in numerous structures].

Building Security

Springs and wire forms can be found in anti-climbing and safety measures for a building, often in the form of fixing clips.

A well-known example of this is the [https://www.europeansprings.com/case-study-the-tate-modern/ Tate Modern. This structure uses fixing clips for holding faceplates] (an attachment with slots for work to be mounted) onto corbels (a projection out of a wall to support the structure above it) that cover the first 15 metres up around the base of the gallery to establish an anti-climb zone.

In total, there were 650 springs created for the building with a 10-day turnaround as the scaffolding for the building was taken down sooner than anticipated.

[[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Design]]