Performance of Stabilised Soil Block Masonry under Uniform and Concentrated Compressive Loading
Author PETER WALKER University of New England, NSW. Abstract The paper presents results of uniaxial and concentrated compression load tests on stabilised soil block walls. Strip toads were applied both […]
Elastic Properties of Tuff Specimens An Experimental Investigation
Author C. D’ONOFRIO, G. FRUNZIO and M. MONACO Universita degli Studi di Napoli “Federico II” Abstract The properties of Neapolitan yellow tuff, a frequently used building material from ancient times […]
Properties of the Lecce Stone and the Effects of Weathering
Author G. DE CASA and G. SAPPA University “La Sapienza”, Rome. Abstract The long history of this widely used building stone and its architectural uses in historic buildings are briefly […]
The Effect of Relaxation on the Performance of Mechanically Fixed Remedial Wall Ties
Author R.C.DE VEKEY and K.TARR Building Research Establishment Abstract The objective of this series of tests was to measure any change in performance resulting from relaxation associated with mechanically fixed […]
Properties of Mortar for Aircrete Blockwork
Author STEPHEN L GARVIN AND IAN H MURRAY Building Research Establishment, Scottish Laboratory Abstract A test programme is described to assess the suitability of the BRE general purpose mortar (GPM) […]
Field Testing of Masonry Mortars for Durability
Author RICHARD GIVENS Buxton Lime Industries Limited Abstract As part of the development work in launching a new type of cement for use with masonry units and following the recommendations […]
The Effect of Clay Fines in Sand on the Durability of Mortar
Author A.I.G.YOOL AND T.P.LEES Green Land Reclamation Ltd Abstract Mortars made with five building sands, with a range of methylene blue values and fines contents, were assessed for durability using […]
Applications of Rheology in Mortar Production
Author P.F.G. Banfill Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh. Abstract Rheology can be applied to the workability of fresh mortars. The Viskomat is a commercial instrument which is capable of measuring their rheological […]
European Standard Specifications for Paving Units of Concrete, Stone and Clay
Author R A SMITH, Brick Development Association Abstract For construction products, the European single market is to be realised by the preparatio of harmonized technical specifications applicable in each and […]
Cross-Section Supplements to Increase the Bending Stability of Masonry Walls
Author E. GUNKLER TU Braunschweig Abstract Constructional measures for increasing the bending stability of masonry walls are presented. Existing masonry walls can be strengthened by reinforced or steel fibre reinforced […]
Stabilising Old Masonry With Glass Fibre Reinforced Composite Ties
Author M.FAORO SICOM GmbH, Cologne Abstract The material properties of high-performance glass fibre composite bars, relevant to their use as prestressed masonry anchor bolts are discussed. Special emphasis is placed […]
Seismic Retrofitting of Reinforced Concrete Frames Using Masonry Stiffening of Columns
Author J.B. MANDER, J.M. BRACCI and A.M. REINHORN State University of New York at Buffalo Abstract This paper presents an evaluating and retrofitting design philosophy and a case study. A […]