Abstract: In-plane shear and compression are important modes in masonry walls, both in load bearing structures and in framed structures. By these mechanical actions shear forces caused by wind and earthquakes are resisted. Upon ...

Abstract: Restrained shrinkage is a major source of damage to buildings. By the combination of different construction materials, or through different conditions of exposure of different structural elements, differential dimensional ...

Abstract: Evaluation of the seismic performance of infill frame structural systems using equivalent strut models and pushover analysis has gained popularity due to the simplicity of the evaluation process. Various strut macromodels ...

Abstract: Evaluation of the seismic performance of infill frame structural systems using equivalent strut models and pushover analysis has gained popularity due to the simplicity of the evaluation process. Various strut macromodels ...

Abstract: Restrained shrinkage has been identified as a major source of damage to buildings in The Netherlands. Several numerical studies have been performed and reported. Yet, successful experimental simulation and quantification ...

Abstract: Integral abutment bridges (IABs) are jointless bridge structures in which the bridge deck is cast monolithically with supporting piers and abutments. The absence of expansion joints and bearings eliminates maintenance costs ...