The evolution of the damage mechanic properties for un-reinforced masonry panels under dynamic loads is critical in a time-domain analysis of masonry shear walls. This research project experimentally investigates the evolution of the properties of the damage variable for unreinforced masonry panels, subject to dynamic in-plane displacement controlled strain. This paper presents the theoretical ...

At present, many of the historic masonry structures in the most important seismic zone of Argentina present damages due to the actions to which they have been subjected. Therefore, it is necessary to study the behavior of walls of ceramic masonry of great thickness. This work presents the comparison between the results obtained from the numerical simulation of ceramic masonry walls subjected to...

Masonry is one of the world’s most durable construction materials. Masonry structures can remain in service for hundreds or even thousands of years. Masonry structures often outlive their designers, their original design documents, and their original functions. When historic masonry structures are evaluated for preservation, adaptive use, or additions, there are numerous questions that may aris...

The application of steel fiber reinforced polymer (SRP) as a means of increasing the capacity of masonry columns is investigated in this study. The behavior of 23 solid-brick specimens that are externally wrapped by SRP sheets in low volumetric ratios is presented. The specimens are subjected to axial monotonic load until failure occurs. Two widely used types of masonry columns of differing squ...

Homogenization technique has been used to derive equivalent material properties of masonry units for many years. However, most of the previous research work concentrated on derivation of equivalent material properties for solid brick masonry structure. Very few studies have been conducted to investigate complex mechanical properties of hollow concrete block masonry unit. In this paper, homogeni...

The goal of this study is to examine the historical masonry arch bridge’s static and dynamic behavior using far-field fault earthquakes. first step build a finite element model with ANSYS SAP2000. This done see if greatest possible displacements, primary stresses, elastic strains compare. From above, belt’s upper side appears be vital for damage. Furthermore, life cycle assessment also research...

The Olla bridge, built in the second half of nineteenth century, is an arch bridge consisting five brick masonry arches with stone piers. crosses Stura river along State Route SS 21, connecting French border South-West part Piedmont region, and still represents a crucial node for local commercial traffic. paper summarises selected results extensive research programme carried out to assess struc...