Title :
On the Behaviour of Ancient Masonry Structures Subjected to Static Loads: Case Studies
Author :
Basili, Michela ; Sinopoli, Anna
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Struct. & Geotechnical Eng., Univ. of Rome Sapienza, Rome, Italy
Abstract :
The paper deals with the mechanical behaviour of ancient masonry constructions subjected to static vertical loads. The cases considered concern structures designed to cover a given span. Masonry is modelled as a no-tension orthotropic. Three cases are analysed. The purpose of the study is to recognise for each case the bearing structure. As a consequence of the modelling the masonry is divided into macro-elements separated by possible fracture lines which define the starting of probable regions where damage can be localised.
Keywords :
fracture; structural engineering; ancient masonry constructions; ancient masonry structures; bearing structure; fracture lines; macroelements; mechanical behaviour; no tension orthotropic; static vertical loads; Building materials; Collaborative work; Degradation; Earthquakes; Monitoring; Mortar; Paper technology; Safety; Shape; Vibrations; Historic constructions; ancient masonry; no tension material; resistant sections;
Conference_Titel :
Enabling Technologies: Infrastructures for Collaborative Enterprises (WETICE), 2010 19th IEEE International Workshop on
Conference_Location :
Larissa
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-7216-1
DOI :
10.1109/WETICE.2010.34
