Table 3

Definition of PPVs according to different codes of practice

Code of practicePPV component consideredRemarks
BS 7385-2 (UK; BSI, 1993)Peak component of PPV
PPV = max{vL,max, vV,max, vR,max}
Limit for cosmetic damage of structures due to transient vibrations
DIN 4150-3 (German; DIN, 2016)Peak component of PPV
PPV = max{vL,max, vV,max, vR,max}
For continuous vibrations, the peak PPV in the horizontal direction is considered
SS 02 52 11 (Swedish; SIS, 1999)Peak vertical velocity
PPV = vV,max × Fb × Fm × Fg
The PPV is further corrected by applying building, material and ground modification factors
SN 640-312a (Swiss; SNV, 1992)Peak vertical velocity
PPV = vV,max
Recommendations for four categories of structures are given on the basis of different types of vibration sources

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