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Analysis of Vibrational Characteristics of the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong with ANSYS
- 1 Hohai-Lille College, Hohai University, Nanjing 210098, China
- 2 Hohai-Lille College, Hohai University, Nanjing 210098, China
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Abstract
With the rapid urbanization and technological advancements in construction, modern high-rise buildings have become a symbol of urban development. However, these structures face unprecedented challenges due to their increasing height and the complex dynamic loads they must withstand. This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong, a prominent architectural landmark, using ANSYS software to perform modal and transient structural analyses. The primary structure of the tower consists of five steel-reinforced concrete columns, designed to resist dynamic responses under extreme conditions such as high wind speeds and seismic activities. The modal analysis identified multiple natural frequencies and vibration modes, providing insights into the dynamic behavior of the structure. The transient structural analysis, conducted under seismic wave loading, demonstrated the tower's admirable performance under specified seismic conditions, highlighting its sufficient safety margins. This study emphasizes the importance of advanced materials and innovative structural designs in ensuring the stability and safety of high-rise buildings. The findings contribute significantly to the field of structural engineering, offering valuable insights for the design and analysis of future high-rise structures.
Keywords
ANSYS, modal analysis, natural frequency, high-rise buildings.
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Fan,Z.;An,P. (2024). Analysis of Vibrational Characteristics of the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong with ANSYS. Theoretical and Natural Science,53,226-235.
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