A Proof-of-Concept Study on Self-Centering Column Feet Equipped with Innovative Shape Memory Alloy Ring Springs

Abstract:

This paper presents a feasibility study on a self-centering steel column foot equipped with innovative shape memory alloy (SMA) ring springs. The ring spring system includes a series of SMA outer rings and high-strength alloy inner rings stacked in alternation with mating taper faces, and the system is used in conjunction with high-strength bolts in a typical extended end-plate connection to achieve favorable self-centering and energy dissipation performances while ensuring ease of construction. An experimental investigation was first conducted looking into the basic mechanical performance of individual SMA ring springs under cyclic loading. Driven by the superelastic behavior of SMA, excellent self-centering ability with satisfactory energy dissipation is exhibited. Subsequently, a further experimental study on a proof-of-concept column foot specimen is conducted, where the key properties, including ductility, self-centering ability, and energy dissipation capability, are discussed in detail in this paper.

• Periodical: Key Engineering Materials (Volume 763)
• Pages: 661-668
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/KEM.763.661
• Online since: February 2018
• Authors: Cheng Fang*, Wei Wang, Xiao Yang
• Keywords: Column Feet, Cyclic Performance, Ring Spring System, Self-Centering, Shape Memory Alloy (SMA)

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