Graphical Modelling of Hoop Force Distribution for Equilibrium Analysis of Masonry Domes

Abstract The behaviour of axisymmetric masonry shells can be simulated by a system forces constituted meridian acting in the vertical planes, and hoop circumferentially. A crucial component for assessment these structures using Modified Thrust Line Method (MTLM) is determination forces, whose computation strenuous, limiting practical application MTLM. Working around this limitation, current research introduces strategy to manipulate graphically implementing function describing their distribution. adaptiveness distribution not only allows MTLM analysis range geometries, but also enables simulation membrane behaviour, arch combination, considering partially cracked structures. Taking into account, approach applied case studies illustrated within research.