Abstract: The analysis of viscoelastic continua and spatial frames may be related back to the study of the RLC (resistance, inductance, and capacitor lumped constant) electrical network by considering the analogy existing between ...

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: 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 ...