Shaking table tests in earthquake geotechnical engineering

Research in earthquake geotechnical engineering has shown considerable development in the recent past. We focus here on developments of model testing in earthquake geotechnical engineering. Two aspects of model testing are given importance, namely manual shaking table and laminar box. Design, development, calibration and performance of these equipments are described. Model testing is the essential requirement of earthquake geotechnical engineering that helps in understanding the behaviour of geotechnical facilities and their performance during earthquake. Manual shaking table developed very economically can be used as an alternative to a more sophisticated shaking table. Laminar box is a sophisticated container which can enhance the accuracy in assessing the ground behaviour. Some of the important calibration techniques necessary are also discussed.