Mechanical Behaviour of Masonry Made of Flat Blocks and Thin Mortar Joints
Author M.R. VALLUZZI, F. da PORTO and C. MODENA University of Padova (Italy), Dept. of Construction and Transportation Engineering Abstract Nowadays, the use of flat blocks joined by thin mortar […]
Collar-Jointed Walls: An Assessment of Their Performance and Buildability
Author W.A. FERGUSON Building Research Establishment, UK Abstract Collar-jointed walls – also termed double-leaf walls – are walls built from two separate leaves of masonry held together with stout wall […]
Design of Two Demonstration CFRP Post-Tensioned Masonry Diaphragm Retaining Walls
Author S.L. LISSEL, J. GILLILAND2, and N.G. SHRIVE Department of Civil Engineering, University of Calgary, Canada Stantec Consulting Ltd., Calgary, Canada Abstract Two masonry diaphragm retaining walls were designed for […]
Measurement of Load Eccentricity Using Flat Jacks
Author Dr. R.C.DE VEKEY Building Research Establishment Abstract The use of flat jacks to carry out in-situ measurements of compressive stresses with minimal, easily repairable damage, is well documented in […]
Tests and Research on Bond Anchorage Behaviour Between Mortar and Bar for Reinforced Concrete Block Masonry
Author LIUMING, WANGLIMIN, SUNHUIFENG, and WANGBINGQUAN Shenyang Architectural and Civil Engineering Institute Abstract This paper is an analyses of the influence of mortar strength, anchorage length and bar diameter on […]
The Effectiveness of Site Communication Related to the Construction of Brickwork
Author ALASTAIR W STUPART Building Research Establishment Abstract This research has determined the nature and effectiveness of communication related to the construction of brickwork. It was based on a literature […]
Masonry Units from Soil and Bitumen
Author J.P. FORTH AND S.E. ZOOROB University of Leeds University of Nottingham Abstract A process is described for the manufacture of a new building material from soil and bitumen which […]
Shear Strength of Masonry Including Damp Proof Course: Experimental Determination at Different Strain Rates
Author SEBASTIAN TRAJKOVSKI and YURI Z. TOTOEV Slovenian National Building and Civil Engineering Institute University of Newcastle Abstract Traditionally, design standards determine shear strength of masonry including a damp proof […]
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 […]