Influence of Confining Element Stiffness on the In-Plane Seismic Performance of Confined Masonry Walls
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DOI: 10.3390/ma17133100
Abstract: Confined masonry (CM) construction is being increasingly adopted for its cost-effectiveness and simplicity, particularly in seismic zones. Despite its known benefits, limited research exists on how the stiffness of confining elements influences the in-plane behavior… read more here.
Keywords: seismic performance; confined masonry; confining element; element stiffness ... See more keywords