Dynamic Behaviour of Masonry Vaults Repaired with FRP: Experimental Analysis
Author A. BARBIERI, A. BORRI, M. CORRADI and A. DI TOMMAS University Institute of Architecture, Venice, Italy University of Perugia, Civil and Environmental Engineering Dept., Perugia, Italy Abstract The research […]
Use of Lead to Relieve Stresses in Masonry
Author J.R. RIDDINGTON and M.K. SAHOTA University of Sussex, UK Abstract Lead has visco-elastic properties at the temperatures normally experienced by structures and as a consequence can be effective in […]
The Effects of Vibration on Masonry Structures: An Example of a Damaged Masonry Building and a Simple Analytical Model
Author N. GUCCI(1), G. MARIANI(2) and M. SASSU(2) (1)Department of Civil Engineering – University of Pisa (Italy) (2)Department of Structural Engineering – University of Pisa (Italy) Abstract A case of […]
Horizontal Bending of Face-Loaded Brick Masonry Wallettes
Author C.R. WILLIS, M.C. GRIFFITH and S.J. LAWRENCE The University of Adelaide SPL Consulting Pty Ltd, The University of Newcastle Abstract This paper presents the results of an experimental investigation […]
Comparative Tests on Masonry Samples Built With Mortar Based on a New Masonry Cement and with Traditional Mortars
Author V. GALIMBERTI* , A. FANTUCCI* and U. COSTA** *ITC-CNR (Construction Technologies Institute) ** CTG (Group Technical Center)-ITALCEMENTI GROUP Abstract The objective of the research carried out in ITC, an […]
Prefabricated Façades with Glue and Bricks
Author HARRIE J. VEKEMANS* and MARCEL P. RUBEN** * Metselwerk Adviesbureau Vekemans, The Netherlands **Ankerplast NV, Belgium Abstract Prefabrication is a hot topic in the building industry which has initiated […]
Comparison of Severe Natural Exposure With the BCRL Freeze/Thaw Test for Brickwork
Author ALASTAIR STUPART and FRANK PEAKE Building Research Establishment Ceram Building Technology Abstract The freeze/thaw resistance of 14 brick types during ten winters’ exposure at a severe climate site in […]
Performance of Glass Fibre Reinforced Composites Masonry Ties
Author VERA STRAKA Ryerson University Abstract A common characteristic of all current masonry ties is that they are made of steel. In wall assemblies, the ties which are embedded in […]
The Application of Life Cycle Assessment Technique in the Investigation of Brick Arch Highway Bridges
Author K.N.P. STEELE (1,2), G. COLE (1), Dr. G. PARKE (2), B. CLARKE (2), and Prof. J. HARDING (2) (1) Surrey County Council; (2) University of Surrey, Department of Civil […]
Lightweight Concrete for Masonry Blocks: Experimental Characterization and a Proposal of Mix Design Method
Author H. SOUSA, A.M.S. BASTOS, and A. MELO Faculty of Engineering of Porto University Abstract The use of infilling masonry units made with expanded clay lightweight concrete is increasing in […]
Interaction of Slenderness and Lateral Loading in URM Walls
Author ARTURO SCHULTZ*, JENNIFER BEAN*, MU LU*, HENRYK STOLARSKI* and NELS OJARD** * University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA ** Geiger Engineers, Bellingham, WA, USA Abstract The buckling behaviour of […]
Prediction of the Masonry Resistance by Means of Sound Tests: Experimental and Theoretical Analysis of Masonry Walls
Author C. FAELLA and G. RIZZANO Department of Civil Engineering, University of Salerno Abstract In the diagnosis of structural mechanical properties, nondestructive tests represent an important tool which allows simple […]