Through numerical simulation, the blast-resistant performance of spray polyurea elastomer (SPUA) retrofitted concrete masonry unit (CMU) infill walls under far-range blast loading was studied. From an engineering perspective, effects boundary conditions and thickness a SPUA layer on enhancing resistance are discussed, SPUA-retrofitted grouted CMU compared. It is concluded that constraint anchor...

Abstract The paper shows the results of an experimental campaign aimed at investigating cyclic behavior a column-to-foundation joint for precast concrete elements. tested connection is realized adopting corrugated steel ducts embedded into foundation, in which column protruding rebars are anchored by grouting high performance mortar. program consists testing six full-scale reinforced square-sec...