Seismic Performance of Reinforced Concrete Buildings: A Study on Shear Wall Configurations and Filler Slab System

¹ Research Scholar, Department of Civil Engineering, G H Raisoni College of Engineering, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
² Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, G H Raisoni College of Engineering, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

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Published online: 1 July 2026

Abstract

Reinforced concrete (RC) structures stand as enduring architectural elements which showcase exceptional strength and construction durability in their widespread usage. Earthquake-prone areas require evaluation of their seismic performance because these regions experience frequent seismic activity. The article examines how these structures respond to seismic activity by testing different shear wall designs and filler slab arrangements. The study aims to investigate the complete understanding of their operational functions to their beneficial effects which seismic protection systems can strengthen through their enhancements. The use of shear walls enables buildings to achieve higher stiffness while preventing excessive lateral movement through their lifter strength capacity. The material operates as a seismic protection system because it absorbs seismic energy through its permanent deformation process. Filler slabs function because they decrease the total building weight which results in decreased seismic force impacts and better energy dissipation for the structure. By improving their design, innovative materials like fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) and ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) have improved performance. Prefabricated modular construction introduces advanced quality control systems which shorten operational time by decreasing multiple construction phases. Evidence shows that shear walls and filler slabs work together to achieve maximum performance when facing earthquake threats. The study's findings indicate new directions for research, such as the use of performance-based design, smart materials and sensing technologies, and sustainable practices in seismic design. The improvements establish essential resources which develop safe RC structures that withstand seismic events without sustaining damage.