Influence of Chases and Recesses on the Strength of Masonry
Author K. KIRTSCHIG and W.-R. METJE University of Hannover, Federal Republic of Germany Abstract Chases and recesses reduce the strength of masonry, by how much is not sufficiently known. Tests […]
Compressive Strength of Brickwork Masonry Under Concentrated Loading
Author M. H. MALEK and A. W. HENDRY University of Edinburgh Abstract The state of stress immediately under a concentrated load is one of biaxial compression, and as a result, […]
Performance of Masonry Walls under Concentrated Load
Author S. K. ARORA Building Research Establishment, Garslon Abstract While apparently taking into account both the position of a concentrated load and its area in relation to wall area, the […]
Finite Element Analysis of Axially Loaded Hollow Brickwork Walls
Author M. R. A. KHALIL*. N. G. SHRIVE** and P. AMENY** *University of British Columbia, and **University of Calgary Abstract Three-dimensional finite element analysis has been used to determine the […]
An Assessment of Ultrasonic Testing for Structural Masonry
Author BRIAN HOBBS and STUART J WRIGHT University of Sheffield Abstract This paper reports on a research programme aimed at assessing the possibility of using ultrasonic pulse velocity testing techniques […]
Development of a Net Area Strength Specification for Concrete Block
Author MARK PATAMIA National Concrete Producers’ Association, Canada Abstract The background to revisions in compressive strength specifications for concrete block is examined. The revisions have removed apparent anomalies, improved material […]
Towards a UK Performance Standard for Wall Ties
Author R. C. DE VEKEY Building Research Establishment, Garston. Abstract The paper covers some of the history of the development of wall ties and cavity walls in Britain, the research […]
The Performance of Mortar and Calcium Silicate Bricks in High Sulphate Environments
Author J. F. GOODWIN British Ceramic Research Limited Abstract The mechanism of sulphate attack in brickwork is reviewed and the occurrence and concentration of sulphates in soils and groundwater is […]
Natural Pozzolans For Structural Masonry
Author R. L. DAY*, A. HUIZER* and J. M. MORALES** *University of Calgary **University de San Carlos de Guatemala, Guatemala Abstract The high cost of building materials in Guatemala has […]
Lightweight Aggregate Concrete Blocks: Effects of Mix Proportions on Thermal Conductivity and Equilibrium Moisture Content
Author J.A. TINKER University of Leeds Abstract Concrete blocks incorporating lightweight aggregates are well known for their loadbearing and thermal insulating properties. Mix proportions are often changed to maintain or […]
The Microstructure of Selected Lightweight Aggregates and its Relevance to the Thermal Conductivity of Concrete Blocks
Author J. A. TINKER University of Leeds Abstract Using scanning electron microscopic analysis, the pore distribution and structure of several lightweight aggregates was investigated. Three structurally different types of aggregates […]
Sound Insulation Performance of Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
Author K. R. LUCKIN*. A. J. JONES** and G. ENGLEDOW*** *Celcon Limited **Acoustical Investigation & Research Organisation Ltd. ***Thermalite Limited Abstract Site data have demonstrated that low density, aerated concrete […]