Textile-Reinforced Mortar (TRM) is a modern and compatible strengthening strategy for
existing masonry, which consists in plastering the walls by means of mortar layers with …

Steel reinforced plasters (SRP) are a traditional strengthening solution of existing masonry
structures. SRPs consist of a thin layer of cementitious mortar or concrete (jacket) that …

The behavior of masonry walls strengthened with Textile Reinforced Mortars (TRM) is a topic
that has received considerable attention from researchers in recent years. However, the …

This paper discusses the integration of an alkali-activated mortar (AAM), based on industrial
waste, into a novel composite material fit for structural upgrading purposes and rendered …

This study provides insight into the structural assessment, diagnosis, and strengthening of
the medieval church of Tazlău Monastery in Piatra Neamț, Romania. The first part of the …

Studying emerging and cutting-edge digital construction techniques, especially the
utilization of 3D printing for concrete/mortar materials, holds significant importance due to …

Cultural and religious heritage assessments and restorations are considered to be a
fundamental requirement of any modern society because these constructions represent one …

Among all the active confinement techniques, the use of pre-tensioned stainless steel straps
has recently gained much attention. The flexibility of the stainless steel straps allows us to …

Masonry walls are commonly preferred in the construction of low-rise buildings due to their
proven efficiency in resisting gravity loads and their relatively low material and labor costs …

This paper is the continuation of a previous study, which highlighted some inconsistencies in
the RILEM guidelines for the interpretation of the diagonal compression test. Although …