Abstract: The analysis of the evolution of stress-strain states into reinforced concrete structures due to humidity and temperature changes and physical-chemical attacks by pollutant species is presented. Humidity and temperature ...

Abstract: The evaluation of strength reduction of RC structures subjected to mechanical damage process and chemical attack is carried out, with regard to concrete deterioration and steel corrosion. A coupled environmental-mechanical ...

Abstract: Predicting stress levels caused by thermal effects is a main factor in the correct design of structures; both relate to aspects of the maximum stress limitation and the durability of constructions. A numerical procedure ...

Abstract: Freeze–thaw cycles (FTCs) are one the most serious causes of damage in RC structures in cold regions affecting both concrete and bond behavior. In this paper, after a comprehensive review on the effects on concrete and ...

Abstract: A three-dimensional nonlinear finite-element analysis, based on a two-parameters damage model, has been carried out to study the behavior of two masonry vaults: a cylindrical barrel vault and a ribbed cross vault, for which ...