The built environment has to play an essential role in day-to-day activities of the human
being because of urbanization and rapid increase of the basic needs of the human. The built …

Weathering of materials leads to degradation of the fabric of buildings which if left
unchecked will lead to an increase in the rate, and possibly severity, of degradation …

This manuscript discusses some preliminary results on the structural and the seismic
performance of the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, a UNESCO World Heritage. The area is …

The structural performance of historical masonry elements can be understood provided the
following factors are known: geometry; the characteristics of its masonry texture and …

Abstract Fiber Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM) composites are a relatively new
strengthening system family, whose mechanical behavior is strongly affected by the wide …

To accelerate the carbonation of lime, mortar samples were cured in chambers with high CO
2 concentration. Two types of lime mortar were prepared, which are similar to Roman mortar …

A comprehensive understanding of the materials used and practices adopted during the
construction of ancient structures becomes necessary in the realm of forensic civil …

Fired-clay bricks are frequently object of conservative actions aimed at the preservation of
cultural heritage. Information on firing conditions is relevant for the production of custom …

In order to correctly define the pathology of multiple-leaf stonemasonry walls and determine
the appropriate interventions for its conservation and preservation, comprehensive studies …

There is a lack of knowledge related to laboratory results on historic brick masonry made
from lime mortars, given the time necessary to assure the mortar carbonation. Thus, this …