NT-HFVD viscous damper installed in a reinforced concrete frame
ÇALI ENGINEERING R&D

Patented New-Generation
Viscous Damper

NT-HFVD Passive Hybrid Viscous Damper

A new-generation passive damper technology with high energy dissipation capacity, developed to mitigate seismic and vibration effects in structural systems.

PATENT APPLICATION NO: 2024/012998
NT-HFVD passive hybrid viscous damper product design
PRODUCT

NT-HFVD

Passive Hybrid Viscous Damper

NT-HFVD is a passive hybrid viscous damper system developed to control dynamic effects arising in structural systems. Its innovative design combines energy dissipation performance, durability and operation across a wide range of frequencies.

An original engineering and R&D effort to enhance structural safety.
FEATURES

Key characteristics of NT-HFVD

High Energy Dissipation

Helps reduce vibration and seismic energy transferred to the structure.

Wide Frequency Range

Targets effective performance across varying dynamic load and vibration conditions.

Hybrid Viscous Technology

Combines viscous damping with a hybrid engineering approach.

Reliable Performance

Contributes to improving the dynamic behaviour of structural systems.

Durable Construction

Designed with long-term and demanding service conditions in mind.

Structural Compatibility

Adaptable to different implementations in reinforced concrete and steel systems.

NT-HFVD viscous damper installed in a reinforced concrete frame
APPLICATION

Application in Structural Systems

NT-HFVD dampers can be positioned diagonally between column-beam connections in accordance with the load-bearing system geometry and project requirements. Application details are defined per project based on structural analysis and performance goals.

  • Project-specific sizing
  • Connection details compatible with the load-bearing system
  • Optimisation aligned with analysis and performance goals
R&D

From Academic Research to Engineering Product

NT-HFVD has been developed as a result of academic and experimental studies on improving the seismic and vibration behaviour of structural systems.

Dr. Mustafa ÇALI
M.Sc. Civil Engineer
Patent Application No: 2024/012998
CONTACT

Let's Develop the Damper Solution for Your Structure Together

NT-HFVD applications are evaluated per project, taking structural characteristics and performance goals into account.