P Block, L Lachauer - Mechanics Research Communications, 2014 - Elsevier
This paper introduces a new computational equilibrium analysis method for unreinforced masonry vaults, which extends Thrust Network Analysis using structural matrix analysis and …
Some different procedures for the evaluation of the non-linear behavior of masonry arch bridges are here proposed. In particular, the Venice trans-lagoon masonry arch bridge is …
P Foraboschi - Engineering Failure Analysis, 2014 - Elsevier
The research synthesized in this paper focused on ultimate strength, structural safety assessment, and collapse of masonry domes. Activity was directed at analyzing the …
Unreinforced masonry construction is predominant in many urban areas world-wide. Many of these constructions are vulnerable to earthquakes, which are the main cause of damage …
Box-buildings are structural masonry buildings named as such because of their shape. There are around 5000 of them in Recife, Brazil. This paper presents a safety analysis of …
RESUMO A conservação de edifícios antigos é um tema que tem suscitado um interesse crescente na comunidade em geral, pela necessidade de preservação do património …
Necesitatea lucrărilor de consolidare a construcţiilor existente ia o amploare foarte mare odată cu trecerea anilor, mobilizând resurse umane şi materiale comparabile cu cele …