Abstract: In this paper, a single‐story, bilinear‐hysteretic structure, square in plan and supported on four columns, subjected to two horizontal ground motions is studied. The model is assumed to possess three degrees of freedom, ...

Abstract: This paper focuses on some issues pertaining to brick-mortar bond and masonry compressive strength. Failure theories for masonry under compression make the assumption that the bond between brick and mortar remains intact ...