In the design of floor systems in buildings
vibrations caused by walking, dancing, mechanical equipment or other rhythmic excitation may cause an annoyance to the occupants or impede the function of sensitive equipment. A calculation procedure to analyze steel framed floor systems is given in a design guide published by the American Institute of Steel Construction. Enhanced or increased leasing activity in office buildings resulting in higher building occupancy has also been attributed to increased floor vibration.
Modern concrete under-floors often specify a 3mm layer of sound-deadening material above (is it foam plastic like ethaline - something with a long-life since it will be expensive to replace).
See also
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Architectural acoustics
Architectural acoustics (also known as building acoustics) is the science and engineering of achieving a good sound within a building and is a branch of acoustical engineering. The first application of modern scientific methods to architectura ...
External links
American Institute of Steel ConstructionFloor Vibration Analysis Software
Building defects
Floors
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