Research & Development
Every innovation results from a process of research, testing and validation.
Research is the starting point. The field is the test.
Originating from a research project at the Politecnico di Milano, ISAAC technology was tested in the laboratory and then applied to real buildings.
Continuous innovation is the driving force behind our research and development in the field of seismic protection, as demonstrated by our patents and the scientific publications authored by our engineers and researchers.
We design state-of-the-art anti-seismic technologies and systems, engineered to be versatile and easily integrated into any structure.
ISAAC’s main aim is to simplify the work of designers and site engineers, whilst ensuring that end customers benefit from maximum efficiency and the highest standards of quality and safety.
Research remains the heart and the soul of the company, enabling us to always be innovative.
WIND TUNNEL TESTS
Applied research programme to demonstrate the effectiveness of AMDs against wind-induced vibrations.
ELECTRO-PRO (2022)
Development of a completely new, modular and non-invasive electro-mechanical AMD.
I-PRO 1 (2018-2019)
ISAAC develops the first Active Mass Damper system – a hydraulic actuator.
BELL TOWER TESTS (2024)
Various tests carried out on a full-scale masonry bell tower built on a vibration table.
EUCENTRE TESTS (2021)
Testing and validation of a real-life reinforced concrete structure on a vibration table.
TOWER-PRO (2023)
New technology for the structural protection of steel towers against the effects of wind.
HIL TEST (2020)
Validation of I-Pro 1 technology’s performance through testing at the Politecnico di Milano.
Technical and scientific literature.
The ISAAC approach is based on rigorous research and experimentation. See the evidence.
Seismic retrofitting with active control: a case study of a 14-storey building
ISAAC’s AMD (Active Mass Damper) control system enables the seismic upgrading and retrofitting of prefabricated reinforced concrete buildings.
Vibrating table tests: effectiveness of the AMD system on full-scale buildings
This study analyses the vibration table tests carried out on a reinforced concrete building fitted with ISAAC’s Active Mass Damper (AMD), showing a 70 per cent reduction in displacement and no structural damage.
AMD System Modelling: A User’s Guide to Midas Gen Software
This document describes the operation and FEM modelling in Midas Gen of ISAAC’s Electro Pro 20x Active Mass Damper (AMD) systems for seismic protection and vibration control in buildings.
Active wind vibration control: a study of the new Control Tower in Genoa
This study analyses the implementation of ISAAC’s Active Mass Damper (AMD) system on the new Pilot Tower at the Port of Genoa to reduce wind-induced vibrations.
Servo-hydraulic seismic protection: validation on a vibration table
Full-scale vibration table tests were carried out on a reinforced concrete building fitted with an innovative servo-hydraulic Active Mass Damper (AMD) for seismic protection. The use of the AMD reduced peak displacements by 72 per cent and absorbed over 60 per cent of the total seismic energy, protecting the structure from damage.
ISAAC’s patented vibration control technologies
Active control
Real-time detection of vibrations affecting the structure, and immediate counteraction and damping of the oscillation.
System and method
Technology and application method protected by ISAAC patents.
Multiple fields of application
ISAAC’s patented solutions are modular and tailored for buildings, infrastructure and towers. Designed to adapt to different contexts, they effectively counteract the forces that threaten the stability of structures.
Our partners.
Working together to drive innovation.
Politecnico di Milano
Eucentre Research Centre
CSi Italia
University Federico II
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