Mechanics of Masonry Structures

Recent advances in functional analysis and homogenization have multiple applications in modeling the mechanics of masonry structures. This book has more than 50 examples that help readers master the use of unilateral and interface models.

The experience of people working with different perspectives in different fields of masonry modeling, from mathematics to applied engineering and practice, is brought together in this book. It presents both the theoretical background and an overview of the state-of-the-art in static and dynamic masonry modeling.

Recent advances in functional analysis and homogenization applied to masonry are transformed into reliable analytical tools for practitioners Includes more than 50 examples helping the reader in training with unilateral models and interface models A special introductory chapter introduces the reader to singular stress field approximations and homogenization

Inhalt
Masonry behavior and modeling.- Mathematics of the masonry-like model and limit analysis.- A numerical method for solving BVP of masonry-like solids.- Practical applications of unilateral models to Masonry Equilibrium.- Modeling the interfaces in masonry structures.- Micro, macro and multiscale models for masonry structures.- Homogenization and seismic assessment: review and recent trends.