Response Suppression of Multiple Hinged Floating Structures by Using Rubber Cushion

Figure 2

Conceptual model of floating modules connected with hinges and rubber cushions: (a) floating modular structures, (b) rubber cushion, and (c) locking device of a floating module (1, hinge connector; 2, rubber cushion; 3, mounting base; 4, rubber; 5, clamp; 6, hydraulic cylinder; 7, chuck; 8, spring).

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