This paper presents results of a comprehensive experimental program on the seismic
response of full‐scale freestanding laboratory equipment. First, quasi‐static experiments are …

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 …

Base isolation has been established as the seismic design approach of choice when it
comes to protecting nonstructural contents. However, while this protection technology has …

A freestanding rigid block subjected to base excitation can exhibit complicated motion
described by five response modes: rest, pure rocking, pure sliding, combined sliding …

This paper investigates the seismic response of freestanding equipment when subjected to
strong earthquake motions (2% probability of being exceeded in 50 years). A two-step …

The seismic interaction of unanchored objects with a seismically qualified system or
component in a nuclear power plant (NPP) can be detrimental to nuclear safety. In order to …

SUMMARY A series of full‐scale shaking table tests were conducted at E‐Defense for a four‐
story base‐isolated hospital. The operation room in the specimen was chosen for detailed …

The dynamic response of typical components of a consultation room in hospital buildings is
investigated through full-scale shake table tests. Low-intensity random vibration tests were …

Freestanding objects have endured seismic damage during major historical earthquakes,
but their seismic performance is not fully understood yet. A steel frame was constructed with …

This paper presents an experimental investigation on the seismic response of medical
equipment supported on wheels and/or casters. Two pieces of equipment were tested: a …