We investigate the promising capabilities of genetic algorithms (GA) for identifying collapse
mechanisms in masonry buildings. This work deepens the knowledge of seismic behavior …

The preservation, the safeguard and the valorization of the existing architectural heritage
requires the development of theoretical and experimental approaches that can effectively …

In modern construction, the brick is quite widely used as a material for wall structures. The
masonry buildings are durable and have beautiful architectural forms and high heat transfer …

The results of experimental investigations of the compressed masonry elements strength
reinforced by expanded steel sheets are presented. These experiments make it possible to …

The results of experimental researches of compressed elements with sheet reinforcement
are given. Based on the experiment, conclusions were made about the influence on the …