Collapse simulation of masonry arches induced by spreading supports with the combined finite–discrete element method
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DOI: 10.1007/s40571-020-00366-x
Abstract: Masonry arches are usually composed of individual blocks or voussoirs, which are highly discontinuous and nonlinear, and it is extremely difficult or even impossible to simulate their collapse behavior using finite element methods. Therefore, a… read more here.
Keywords: masonry arches; collapse; finite discrete; masonry ... See more keywords
Seismic capacity of masonry arches with irregular abutments and arch thickness
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.12.063
Abstract: Abstract The simplest structural analysis for assessing the seismic capacity of a masonry arch is limit analysis. In fact, assuming an equivalent static seismic load, this method can be used to determine the lateral acceleration… read more here.
Keywords: capacity masonry; analysis; seismic capacity; masonry arches ... See more keywords
Minimum thickness of semi-circular skewed masonry arches
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2017.02.036
Abstract: The problem of determining the minimum thickness of masonry arches has been a challenge to the engineering community through the last two centuries. Although significant work has been undertaken to investigate the minimum thickness of… read more here.
Keywords: thickness semi; masonry arches; minimum thickness; masonry ... See more keywords
Friction as a geometric constraint on stereotomy in the minimum thickness analysis of circular and elliptical masonry arches
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsolstr.2021.111056
Abstract: Abstract Friction is much needed for the equilibrium of masonry arches as it transfers load between the voussoirs. In this paper, applying an analytical formulation of the problem, the angle of friction as a geometric… read more here.
Keywords: minimum thickness; stereotomy; friction geometric; friction ... See more keywords
Experimental Investigation of the Behavior of Self-Form Segmental Concrete Masonry Arches
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DOI: 10.3390/fib7070058
Abstract: This research aims to introduce a new technique—off-site and self-form segmental concrete masonry arches fabrication, without the need of construction formwork or centering. The innovative construction method in the current study encompasses two construction materials… read more here.
Keywords: cfrp; self form; segmental concrete; masonry arches ... See more keywords