Calculations for optimal mass distributions in multi-stage suspensions

Document #:

LIGO-T2100287-v1

Document type:

T - Technical notes

Abstract:

We present an analytical result for the mass distribution for a multi-stage suspension that minimizes longitudinal coupling from the suspension point in the inertial regime. Maybe of interest for future suspension designs.

Files in Document:

• optimal_Pendulum.pdf (316.2 kB)

Topics:

• Modelling
• Seismic Isolation
• Suspensions
• Basic R&D

Authors:

• Edgard Bonilla

Related Documents:

• LIGO-T1300993: Suggestions for modifications to future suspension designs

Referenced by:

• LIGO-G2102249-v1: Suspension thoughts