Rising damp is one of the main issues affecting masonry buildings. However, its consequences on the mechanical performance of masonry structures are not so largely explored. In this paper, the compressive and shear behaviour of masonry triplets, manufactured with solid fired-clay bricks and cement-based mortar, is investigated in dry and moist conditions. The results are interpreted on the basis of the features of the single materials, from both a mechanical and microstructural point of view.

Mechanical properties of fired-clay brick masonry models in moist and dry conditions

Graziani G.;
2015-01-01

Abstract

Rising damp is one of the main issues affecting masonry buildings. However, its consequences on the mechanical performance of masonry structures are not so largely explored. In this paper, the compressive and shear behaviour of masonry triplets, manufactured with solid fired-clay bricks and cement-based mortar, is investigated in dry and moist conditions. The results are interpreted on the basis of the features of the single materials, from both a mechanical and microstructural point of view.
2015
4th International Conference on Mechanics of Masonry Structures Strengthened with Composite Materials, MuRiCO 2014
9783038352037
Brick masonry: Cement mortar
Compressive strength
Microstructure
Rising damp
Shear strength
Triplets
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