On the minimal mass reinforcement of masonry structures with arbitrary shapes
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DOI: 10.1007/s11012-016-0493-0
Abstract: This paper presents a tensegrity approach to the minimal mass design of tensile reinforcements of masonry structures with arbitrary shapes. The proposed strengthening methodology allows for the design of minimal mass resisting mechanisms of systems… read more here.
Keywords: masonry structures; minimal mass; mass; arbitrary shapes ... See more keywords
Effects of the dilatancy of joints and of the size of the building blocks on the mechanical behavior of masonry structures
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DOI: 10.1007/s11012-017-0688-z
Abstract: The effect of the dilatancy of masonry interfaces and of the size of the building blocks on the strength of masonry structures is quantified herein. The study focuses mainly on out-of-plane loadings, which can appear… read more here.
Keywords: size building; building blocks; masonry structures; dilatancy ... See more keywords
Challenges, Tools and Applications of Tracking Algorithms in the Numerical Modelling of Cracks in Concrete and Masonry Structures
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DOI: 10.1007/s11831-018-9274-3
Abstract: The importance of crack propagation in the structural behaviour of concrete and masonry structures has led to the development of a wide range of finite element methods for crack simulation. A common standpoint in many… read more here.
Keywords: masonry structures; tracking algorithms; concrete masonry; challenges tools ... See more keywords
Modal analysis of historical masonry structures: Linear perturbation and software benchmarking
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.09.034
Abstract: Abstract The mechanical behavior of masonry materials has a common feature: a nonlinear behavior with high compressive strength and very low tensile strength. As a consequence, old masonry buildings generally present cracks due to permanent… read more here.
Keywords: modal analysis; linear perturbation; masonry; masonry structures ... See more keywords
Learning from failure: Damage and failure of masonry structures, after the 2017 Lesvos earthquake (Greece)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engfailanal.2020.104803
Abstract: Abstract On the 12th of June 2017 an earthquake of Mw = 6.3 struck SSE of Lesvos Island, causing one human fatality and severe damage to the built environment. The traditional settlement of Vrissa was the most… read more here.
Keywords: damage failure; masonry structures; damage; failure ... See more keywords
Large displacement analysis of dry-jointed masonry structures subjected to settlements using rigid block modelling
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2017.06.073
Abstract: Abstract A discrete element model is proposed for large displacement static analysis of dry-jointed masonry structures subjected to foundation settlements. The numerical model is a two-dimensional assemblage of rigid blocks interacting at no-tension, frictional contact… read more here.
Keywords: jointed masonry; masonry structures; analysis dry; dry jointed ... See more keywords
A Discrete Element Method based-approach for arched masonry structures under blast loads
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2020.110721
Abstract: Masonry structures are often characterized by complex, non-planar geometries. This is also the case for historical and monumental structures. Here we investigate the dynamic behaviour of non-standard, curvilinear masonry geometries, such as vaults, subjected to… read more here.
Keywords: element method; masonry; discrete element; masonry structures ... See more keywords
Analysis of the main geometrical characteristics that affect the bonding of ribs in rebars thinly covered to repair masonry structures
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2021.113027
Abstract: Abstract The use of stainless steel rebars in the repair of masonry structures is widespread and has traditionally produced excellent results. In these cases, rebars usually present diameters of below 8 mm covered with thin layers… read more here.
Keywords: repair masonry; structures analysis; masonry structures; ribs ... See more keywords
Numerical procedures for the analysis of collapse mechanisms of masonry structures using discrete element modelling
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DOI: 10.1016/j.engstruct.2021.113047
Abstract: Abstract Earthquake damage in historic masonry buildings is generally caused by the collapse of individual portions that become detached form the structure and fail by overturning. These mechanisms are mainly governed by the discrete nature… read more here.
Keywords: collapse; masonry structures; analysis; geometry ... See more keywords
The September 7, 2017 Tehuantepec, Mexico, earthquake: Damage assessment in masonry structures for housing
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijdrr.2021.102123
Abstract: Abstract Mexico is located among five tectonic plates. Therefore, it is frequently disturbed by the action of several moderate and strong earthquakes, affecting both the population and its infrastructure. The origin, causes, and effects of… read more here.
Keywords: earthquake; damage; 2017 tehuantepec; september 2017 ... See more keywords
Micromechanical modelling of mortar joints and brick-mortar interfaces in masonry Structures: A review of recent developments
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DOI: 10.1016/j.istruc.2019.12.017
Abstract: Abstract Suitable numerical models of masonry structures are very important in their response evaluation under various loading events. Masonry is a heterogeneous material, made of mortar and masonry units, and joined together by interfaces. Constitutive… read more here.
Keywords: brick mortar; joints brick; masonry structures; mortar joints ... See more keywords