To predict the response of masonry buildings to various types of loads, engineers use finite
element models, specifically solid-element and macro-element models. For predicting …

The protection of historical masonry mosques against earthquakes can be achieved by an
accurate assessment of nonlinear behavior, such as heavy damage and collapse. For this …

Drift-based performance limits are commonly used in seismic performance assessment.
However, many studies have indicated substantial considerations for the displacement …

Autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) masonry is popularly used for the construction of infill
and partition walls in the RC and steel-framed structures. However, past research …

The out-of-plane behavior of masonry walls is an important aspect of their response,
particularly in seismic regions. While previous studies have examined various geometries …

This study presents a set of" particular" strength criteria of the constituent elements of
masonry as a composite material constituted by homogeneous fragments of heterogeneous …

The brick-to-mortar bond often represents the weakest link leading to cracking and failure of
masonry structures. For this reason, the in-situ characterization of masonry's flexural bond …

The study analyzes the anisotropy effect for ceramic masonry based on experimental tests of
samples made of 25× 12× 6.5 cm3 solid brick elements with compressive strength fb= 44.1 …

Experimental identification of stiffening walls is often limited to studying single-wall models.
However, these samples do not reflect many additional effects—torsion of the building and …

The study presents the terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) diagnostic of the clay brick masonry
arched staircase in a historic building. Based on the measurements of the existing arched …