Influence of geometry on creep and moisture movement of clay, calcium silicate and concrete masonry [PDF]
, 1989 This investigation involved creep and moisture movement measurements for about six months on 13-course clay (Engineering class B) and calcium silicate brickwork, and 5-course concrete blockwork, consecutively.
Abdulla, Che Sobry
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THE EVOLUTION OF THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF MASONRY BUILDINGS IN THE UNITED STATES
Gestão & Tecnologia de Projetos, 2012 In this paper, the process used to develop building codes in the United States of America (USA) is summarized, with emphasis on masonry. Masonry materials used in the USA are discussed.
Richard E. Klingner
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Civil Engineering Dimension, 2021 The stiffness of masonry infill walls is commonly neglected in design practice of Reinforced Concrete (RC) structures. In fact, the stiffness of masonry infill wall may significantly influence seismic performance and dynamic behavior of RC buildings. In
Pamuda Pudjisuryadi +3 more
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Experimental Investigation on Innovative Stress Sensors for Existing Masonry Structures Monitoring
Applied Sciences, 2023 Historical masonry structures often suffer gradual deterioration that in many cases can compromise the safety levels and the operating conditions of the buildings.
Lidia La Mendola +6 more
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THE EVOLUTION OF THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF MASONRY BUILDINGS IN BRAZIL
Gestão & Tecnologia de Projetos, 2012 This paper presents an overview of the use of masonry in Brazil. Some historical remarks are presented showing how masonry was introduced and has been developed in the country. A brief on the Brazilian Universities is also reviewed, showing the extensive
Márcio R. S. Corrêa
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Experimental Study on the Seismic Performance of Recycled Concrete Hollow Block Masonry Walls
Applied Sciences, 2019 This paper aims to manufacture recycled concrete hollow block (RCHB) which can be used for the masonry structure with seismic requirements. Five RCHB masonry walls were tested under cyclic loading to evaluate the effect of the axial compression stress ...
Chao Liu +4 more
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A multi-level interface model for damaged masonry [PDF]
, 2013 The aim of the present work is to propose a new micro-mechanical model in the context of the deductive approach used to derive interface models. This model, based on a previous study introduced previously by A. Rekik and F.
E. Sacco +7 more
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Numerical Study on Seismic Behavior of Moment-Resistant Steel Frames with Hybrid Masonry Infill [PDF]
Journal of Structural and Construction Engineering, 2020 Hybrid masonry system is a new structural system, in which the masonry panels link to the frame with steel plate connections. Hybrid masonry uses masonry infill for lateral stiffness and strength within frames in addition to supporting out-of-plane ...
Mahmoud Reza ُُShiravand +1 more
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Non-Linear Seismic Analysis of Masonry Buildings [PDF]
, 2010 Non-linear analysis is the most viable tool to get accurate predictions of the actual response of masonry structures under earthquake loading. Analytical methods based on the idealisation of masonry walls with openings as systems of macro-elements allow ...
Parisi, Fulvio
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Assessment Method for Combined Structural and Energy Retrofitting in Masonry Buildings
Buildings, 2017 The retrofitting of existing masonry buildings is now a crucial problem for Europe. Indeed, structural safety and energy efficiency should represent the target of any renovation.
Mauro Sassu +2 more
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