The compressive strength of brickwork depends on the compressive strength of the bricks,
the compressive strength of the hardened mortar and on the bond strength between mortar …

In this study, the suitability of determining masonry compressive strength by using the
following two moderately destructive techniques was evaluated:(i) testing bricks and mortar …

The crucial task of the diagnosis of an existing masonry structure is to assess the current
values of the mechanical parameters of the materials from which the structure was erected …

Compressive strength is one of the basic parameters necessary for the analysis of the
bearing capacity of existing masonry structures and assessment of their safety. In order to …

Masonry structures were built by various techniques using different materials, the properties
of which exhibit a considerable scatter dependent on periods of construction and region …

The determination of the load bearing capacity of masonry in existing structures is not an
easy task, even for experienced surveyors. For its assessment, it is necessary to know the …

Masonry structures have been built by various techniques using different materials,
properties of which exhibit a considerable scatter dependent on periods of construction and …

The assessment of masonry structures ask some mechanical parameter to be defined, at
least the compressive strength. Several theoretical approaches have been developed but …

Analyzed the known methods for defining the compressive strength of the brick and mortar of
the existing walls. Suggested ways that have been experimentally verified. Brick strength …

The assessment procedures for masonry structures ask for (at least) the compressive
strength of the material to be defined. Several theoretical approaches, based on the …