Nonstructural components (NSCs) are parts, elements, and subsystems that are not part of
the primary load-bearing system of building structures but are subject to seismic loading …

Nonstructural elements (NEs) are generally defined as elements typically housed within
buildings/facilities that are not part of the structural system. Nonstructural elements are often …

This paper presents a study on acceleration demands in single-storey reinforced concrete
(RC) buildings with flexible diaphragms, expressed through peak floor accelerations (PFAs) …

The paper presents an extended seismic damage assessment of unanchored nonstructural
components by means of rigid block analysis. Both (real) ground and floor motions are …

The construction of RC frame structures with masonry infills is part of the traditional building
practice in many European countries and worldwide. Several studies have been recently …

The paper addresses the reliability of the existing shake table testing protocols for
assessment of the seismic response of freestanding, ie unanchored, components meant as …

Nonstructural components are the members attached to building structures to realize and
maintain the building functionality. Although they are not intended to bear loads …

In this paper, a parametric study is conducted in order to evaluate the seismic demand on
light acceleration‐sensitive nonstructural components caused by frequent earthquakes. The …

A shake table protocol for seismic assessment and qualification of acceleration‐sensitive
nonstructural elements (NEs) is developed. The paper critically reviews existing protocols …

This study uses instrumented buildings and models of code‐based designed buildings to
validate the results of previous studies that highlighted the need to revise the ASCE 7 F p …