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Pinasco, Silvia (author), Lagomarsino, Sergio (author), Carocci, Caterina (author), Coraddu, A. (author), Oneto, Luca (author), Cattari, Serena (author)
Seismic events in Italy and worldwide have highlighted the high vulnerability of unreinforced masonry (URM) structures in small historical centres. A key feature of these settlements is to be mostly composed of buildings in aggregate, i.e., interconnected by a more or less structurally effective connection. The seismic assessment of such...
conference paper 2023
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Li, X. (author), Messali, F. (author), Esposito, R. (author)
This paper presents the results of an experimental campaign carried out to characterise the mechanical properties of multi-wythe masonry infrastructure in the city of Amsterdam. Samples were extracted from a 1.2 m thick bridge’s pillar constructed in 1882. For the characterisation of shear and compressive properties of masonry, tests on cores...
book chapter 2023
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Mehrotra, A.A. (author), Liew, Andrew (author), Block, Philippe (author), DeJong, Matthew J. (author)
Failure of tall slender masonry structures during earthquakes often involves partial collapse of the structure well-above ground level. Consequently, the elastic response of the structure needs to be considered, which often requires modal analysis using finite element models — the generation of which can be labour-intensive and time-consuming...
journal article 2022
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Fusco, Daniela (author), Addessi, D. (author), Messali, F. (author), Rots, J.G. (author), Pampanin, S. (author)
Since the 1980s, calcium silicate element masonry has been commonly used in Dutch buildings, and vertical continuous joints have been usually located at the corner of perpendicular walls. Since the shear failure of these joints may significantly reduce the seismic performance of the flanged wall and therefore of the entire building, the...
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Dalgiç, K.D. (author), Hendriks, M.A.N. (author), Ilki, Alper (author), Broere, W. (author)
The current article presents a case study of the settlement response of the historic Hoca Pasha Mosque that involves uncertainties arising from the complex excavation activities, soil properties, building materials, and geometry and the presence of pre-existing cracks in the mosque’s walls. The objective is to demonstrate the added value of a...
journal article 2018
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Ravenshorst, G.J.P. (author), Mirra, M. (author)
In this report an experimental pilot study on the seismic response of timber-masonry connections is presented
report 2018
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Kappen, J.M.J. (author), Giardina, G. (author), Hendriks, M.A.N. (author), Rots, J.G. (author)
The development of infrastructure in major cities often involves tunnelling, which can cause damage to existing structures. Therefore, these projects require a careful prediction of the risk of settlement induced damage. The simplified approach of current methods cannot account for three-dimensional structural aspects of buildings, which can...
conference paper 2013
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Vandoren, B. (author), De Proft, K. (author), Simone, A. (author), Sluys, L.J. (author)
A mesoscopic masonry model is presented using the partition of unity finite element method. Joints are only explicitly introduced when a critical stress state is exceeded, resulting in a computationally more efficient procedure when compared to models in which all joints are a priori active. The performance of the presented model is demonstrated...
conference paper 2013
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Giardina, G. (author)
This thesis focuses on the modelling of settlement induced damage to masonry buildings. In densely populated areas, the need for new space is nowadays producing a rapid increment of underground excavations. Due to the construction of new metro lines, tunnelling activity in urban areas is growing. One of the consequences is a greater attention to...
doctoral thesis 2013
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Hacquebord, A. (author), Lubelli, B. (author), Van Hees, R.P.J. (author), Nijland, T. (author)
Rising damp is one of the most recurrent and well-known hazards to existing buildings and monuments. Several types of intervention exist to tackle the problem. Among these, the creation of a damp-proof course against capillary rise by means of injection of chemical products is one of the most diffused methods, thanks to the relatively easy and...
journal article 2013
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De Vent, I. (author), Rots, J.G. (author), Van Hees, R.P.J. (author), Hobbelman, G.J. (author)
Cracks and deformatiçns in masonry are common phenomena in historical buildings. If they are interpreted correctly, they can be an extremely valuable source çf informatiçn on the load history of the premises. Nevertheless, this interpretation is not always as obvious as one may think. In the framework of a Phd research project, an extensive...
conference paper 2012
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De Vent, I.A.E. (author)
This prototype of a diagnostic decision support tool for structural damage in traditional masonry is the result of a PhD research project. The research project has aimed to improve and facilitate the diagnostic process by offering support in the initial phase in which hypotheses are generated. The more precise hypotheses are formulated, and the...
doctoral thesis 2011
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De Vent, I.A.E. (author)
This thesis deals with the diagnosis of structural damage in traditional masonry: cracks, deformations and tilts. Establishing the cause of this type of damage can be difficult. This research project has aimed to improve and facilitate the diagnostic process by offering support in the initial phase in which hypotheses are generated. The more...
doctoral thesis 2011
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De Vent, I.A.E. (author), Rots, J.G. (author), Hobbelman, G.J. (author)
conference paper 2009
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Rots, J.G. (author), Invernizzi, S. (author), Belleti, B. (author), Hendriks, M.A.N. (author)
conference paper 2009
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De Proft, K. (author), Heyens, K. (author), Sluys, L.J. (author)
This paper uses the Generalized Finite Element method for the introduction of the cohesive joint behaviour to model masonry. Cracked joints are modelled as displacement discontinuities and are introduced in the finite element model by additional degrees of freedom. These degrees of freedom are activated when the stress state in the joint reaches...
conference paper 2009
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This booklet comprises the extended abstracts to be presented at the Ma(gni)FiCo workshop held in Delft, The Netherlands, on 17-18 June 2009. The spirit of this workshop is to have a small gathering with ample time for lively conversation and interaction among the student and faculty researchers. As a partial acronym, Ma(gni)FiCo stands for a...
book 2009
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Van Dijk, K. (author)
doctoral thesis 2004
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Brocken, H.J.P. (author), Larbi, J.A. (author), Pel, L. (author), Van der Pers, N.M. (author)
The formation of cured mortar structure in masonry was studied using multiple experimental techniques. Starting with fresh mortar, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) was used to measure the water extraction during brick laying. After curing, the composition of cured mortar was investigated with polarizing and fluorescent microscopy (PFM) and X-Ray...
journal article 1999
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Groot, C. (author), Larbi, J. (author)
Water loss from the fresh mortar is believed to be related to mortar-brick bond strength development in masonry. Recent research on mortar-brick bond has shown that, particularly, effects of water flow on the composition and the hydration conditions of the mortar-brick interface have to be taken into account to explain bond strength development....
journal article 1999
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