The Institution of Structural Engineers: Reinforced Masonry
15 November 2005 EveningDiskus Conference Centre, Holborn, London
This is one of three masonry-related courses arranged by the The Institution of Structural Engineers: they are scheduled to take place in September and November 2005. A 10% discount on course fees is available to members of the British Masonry Society, as well as Institution members.
The reinforcement of masonry is not a new concept and in the 18th Century external iron straps were commonly used in stonework. Sir Marc Brunel used reinforced brickwork in the construction of two caissons, one on either side of the River Thames for the Wapping-Rotherhithe Tunnel. Brunel was so impressed by the performance of reinforced masonry that he carried out tests on reinforced beams and cantilevers. At the turn of the 20th Century a number of adventurous reinforced brickwork buildings were built by a French structural engineer, Paul Cottancin. Today reinforced masonry is widely used in retaining walls, for improving structural performance locally within a building and for enhancing the lateral load resistance of walls.
Who will benefit?
Engineers involved in the design and construction of reinforced masonry.
Course Overview:
This early evening workshop is a stand alone updating event for those requiring more detailed knowledge of reinforced masonry.
The workshop will allow more detailed consideration of the design of reinforced
Masonry and cover the following topics:
Types of reinforced masonry construction.
The main methods and construction options for incorporating reinforcement into masonry will be reviewed.
The key requirements of the code will be explained including:
Load cases. Material properties. Basis of design. Design for bending.
Shear resistance. Design of elements subjected to a combination of vertical loading and bending. Short and slender columns and walls. Axial loading.
Detailing. Durability.
Enhancing lateral load performance
Reference will be made to the use of bed joint reinforcement to enhance the lateral load resistance of masonry panels in framed structures.
Practical aspects of construction.
This will be covered by showing construction examples.
Design Examples.
Examples of Design to BS5628 Part 2 will be given.
*Note that this workshop will not cover prestressed masonry
Course Tutor:
Professor John Roberts
Course reservations and enquiries are available on:
http://www.istructe.org.uk/courses/courses.asp
Freephone 0800 195 0951
Fax 020 7242 6629
Email istructe@prosals.uk.com
BMS members should indicate they are Society members to obtain the discount fee.
Price:£ 0.00
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