Tömegcsillapító

Tömegcsillapító, which translates to mass damper in English, is a device designed to reduce vibrations in structures. These vibrations can arise from various sources, such as wind, earthquakes, or mechanical operations. A tömegcsillapító typically consists of a mass attached to a spring or a fluid system. When the structure begins to vibrate, the mass within the tömegcsillapító oscillates out of phase with the structure's movement. This counter-motion absorbs and dissipates the vibrational energy, thereby reducing the amplitude of the vibrations experienced by the main structure.

There are several types of tömegcsillapítók. Tuned mass dampers (TMDs) are common, where the natural frequency of the damper is tuned to match the dominant frequency of the vibration to be suppressed. Another type is the viscous damper, which uses a fluid to resist motion and dissipate energy through viscous forces. Tömegcsillapítók are widely employed in buildings, bridges, and even vehicles to enhance stability, comfort, and structural integrity. Their effectiveness depends on proper design, tuning, and placement within the structure. By mitigating excessive sway and oscillations, tömegcsillapítók play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and longevity of engineered structures in environments prone to dynamic disturbances.