Abstract: The finite element method is used to study the confinement of concrete by rectangular ties in reinforced‐concrete tied columns. Eight columns are analyzed under monotonically increasing axial cumpression until failure. A ...

Abstract: The seismic performance of concrete-backed stone masonry walls subject to cyclic load is experimentally evaluated. Six 1/3-scale, single-story, single-bay wall samples were tested. Three of these samples were constructed ...