The in-plane contribution of infill walls on the structural response of infilled frame structures
is an important problem and many research initiatives, via experimental and numerical …

The analytical modelling of infilled frames is a complex issue because these structures
exhibit a highly non-linear inelastic behaviour resulting from the interaction of the masonry …

In a companion paper, a new finite element technique for the analysis of brickwork infilled
plane frames under lateral loads has been presented. In the present paper, the influence of …

This article deals with an experimental program to investigate the in-plane seismic behavior
of steel frames with clay brick masonry infills having openings. Six large-scale, single-story …

In structural analyses, masonry infill walls are commonly considered to be non structural
elements. However, the response of reinforced concrete buildings to earthquake loads can …

Background Masonry is one of the oldest construction materials currently in use around the
world for reasons that include accessibility, functionality, and cost. This material has been …

The influence of masonry infills with openings on the seismic performance of reinforced
concrete (R/C) frames that were designed in accordance with modern codes provisions is …

During the last decades, several macro-models have been proposed for the modelling of the
infill panels' contribution to the lateral strength of frames. Despite all this effort, a robust …

The effect of infill panels on the response of RC frames subjected to seismic action is widely
recognised and has been subject of numerous experimental investigations, while several …

Window and door openings are inevitable parts of infill walls for functional reasons.
Currently, publications like FEMA-273 and ATC-40 contain provisions for the calculation of …