Abstract: A model for the numerical analysis of masonry subjected to out-of-plane loading is proposed. The proposed composite plasticity model is able to reproduce elastic and inelastic behavior in two orthogonal directions coinciding ...

Abstract: Nondestructive testing techniques are increasingly being used to obtain the geometry of structural and nonstructural elements and hidden features such as voids, cracks, and detachments. However, the evaluation of the ...

Abstract: Grout injection is an efficient method to improve the mechanical characteristics of masonry walls, in the presence of voids or cracks. Masonry made up of two exterior leaves with the space between them filled with poor ...

Abstract: This paper presents a general method for the limit analysis of structures made of rigid blocks, which can be used in the assessment of ancient masonry structures. This method takes into account nonassociated flow rules and ...

Abstract: A three-dimensional computer-aided design virtual reconstruction of the medieval monastery of Santa Maria de Salzedas (Portugal) is presented. This monastery is the second largest Cistercian monastery of Portugal. However, ...

Abstract: The performance of an interface elastoplastic constitutive model for the analysis of unreinforced masonry structures is evaluated. Both masonry components are discretized aiming at a rational unit-joint model able to ...

Abstract: Dry masonry mechanics received little attention from the research community when compared with resources invested in traditional (mortar joint) masonry. Nevertheless, a large number of historical stone constructions use ...

Abstract: The use of finite-element packages by practioners as a design tool for reinforced concrete structures has increased considerably in the last few decades. All structural codes of practice recognize the assumption of linear ...

Abstract: Unreinforced masonry structures, particularly façade walls, are seismically vulnerable due to their weak connections with adjacent walls, floors, and/or roofs. During an earthquake, such walls formulate local mechanisms ...