ANALYSIS OF THE SEISMIC ISOLATION CHARACTERISTICS OF THE OVERALL FRICTION PENDULUM BEARING (OFPB) OF A PAGODA UNDER THREE TYPES OF SEISMIC ACTIONS

Analysis of the seismic isolation characteristics of the overall friction pendulum bearing (OFPB) of a pagoda under three types of seismic actions

Abstract In this study, the seismic performance of an ancient pagoda with significant historical and cultural values in China is upgraded by using overall friction pendulum bearing (OFPB) seismic isolation technology, This Blade Guards technique can be used to isolate the pagoda without damaging it.By implementing the OFPB seismic isolation retrofi

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Cannabis-induced obsessive-compulsive disorder: Is it a paradox?

The case of a 22-year-old man with cannabis-induced obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is described in this case report.There is ample literature available regarding cannabis-induced psychotic and NAILS mood symptoms but there is dearth of literature about cannabis association with OCD.The importance of recognising cannabis-induced OCD is emphasiz

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