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    • A cross-section of a lead rubber bearing used in base isolation.
    Rights: Courtesy of Robinson Seismic Limited Published 21 July 2007 Size: 97 KB Referencing Hub media

    A cross-section of a lead rubber bearing used in base isolation. They consist of three basic components – a lead plug, and rubber and steel, which are generally placed in layers.

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