The GUNT HM 163.61 Vibrating Piles accessory demonstrates how flowing water induces vibrations in piles, such as those used for jetties or offshore drilling platforms. The flow exerts forces on the submerged parts of the piles, leading to vibrations that may cause structural failure under certain conditions. This setup allows detailed observation of flow-induced vibrations and resonance phenomena.
Product Features
- Demonstrates flow-induced vibrations on submerged piles
- Includes a single pile and two parallel piles mounted transverse to flow direction
- Distance between the two piles can be varied to study coupled vibrations
- Simulates real-world conditions such as Karman vortex street formation
- Helps analyse the interaction between flow and structural vibrations
- Durable construction suitable for repeated laboratory use
Benefits
- Visualises vortex-induced vibrations in cylindrical structures
- Enhances understanding of hydrodynamic forces on offshore and bridge piles
- Allows experimentation with single and coupled pile configurations
- Supports studies on resonance and structural fatigue due to flow
Why Choose GUNT HM 163.61 - Vibrating Piles?
The GUNT HM 163.61 Vibrating Piles system provides a practical and visual method to study flow-induced vibrations on single and multiple piles, offering valuable insights into hydrodynamic loading and structural dynamics for marine and civil engineering applications.
