Seismic Engineering (D1)

The first chapter (D1) addresses in detail the Design Analysis of Seismic restraint systems as performed by Kinetics Noise Control. The chapter is Analytical in nature and will be of considerably more interest to Designers and Engineers in reviewing the design details of the project than it will be to installation contractors.

Discussed are the items addressed by Kinetics Noise Control in a standard analysis, the items excluded, input information required and interpreting the output.

Purpose, Extent and Limitations of Analysis (D1.1)
This document describes details of exactly what a Seismic Analysis performed by Kinetics Noise Control addresses, what it does not address and why there are limitations. It also indicates the information required from other parties to generate a successful installation and why these independent parties must be involved.

Referenced Standards (D1.2)
This document identifies the various codes and standards used to compile this manual and used as a basis for the calculations and recommendations offered by Kinetics Noise Control.

Overview of the Analytical Methods Used (D1.3)
This segment briefly goes through the procedures used by Kinetics Noise Control to determine the distribution of Seismic loads from the effective center of mass of the restrained system to the various restraint locations. It is not an all-inclusive "cookbook" and as such, does not provide detailed computation instructions. It is intended as an overview to aid in the understanding of the process for Engineers and other design professionals.

Static versus Dynamic Modeling Techniques (D1.4)
This is a commentary on the Pros and Cons of Static versus Dynamic modeling of equipment restraint systems. Appropriateness for various types of applications will also be addressed.

Required Calculation Input (D1.5)
In order to obtain appropriate output from an Analysis, the proper input data is necessary. Listed here is the material needed by Kinetics Noise Control to perform an accurate analysis. Also discussed here are what input data is mandatory and where assumptions can be made to expedite the analytical process. Of necessity, any assumptions made will be conservative. This paper also addresses the potential impact that these assumptions can have on the overall design of the restraint system.

Understanding Standard Calculation Output (D1.6)
The bulk of Kinetics Noise Control performed calculations are done using a proprietary program that yields standardized output. This paper guides the reader through the output document identifying the locations on the document where input parameters are identified as well as how to understand the output results and how to apply this to "real world" applications.

Understanding Non-Standard Calculation Output (D1.7)
Because not all equipment can be fit into a configuration that can be handled by the proprietary analysis program listed above, this segment will address analyses for various "non-standard" equipment arrangements. Identified are the input and output parameters that must appear in some format to ensure that all appropriate factors are addressed as well are the proper output factors that must be present to ensure selection of the appropriate restraint components.

General Qualifications and Disclaimer (D1.8)
This is simply a copy of the Standard Kinetics Noise Control Seismic disclaimer appropriate for all seismic calculations performed by Kinetics Noise Control. It identifies in detail the extent of the analysis performed by Kinetics Noise Control and it employees. It also lists factors that are beyond the scope of the Kinetics Noise Control analysis and which must be addressed by others.