Pérez Gavilán Escalante, J.J.; Brzev, S.; Espinosa Cazarin, E.F.; Ganzerli, S.; Quiun, D.; Reiter, M.T. Experimental Research Studies on Seismic Behaviour of Confined Masonry Structures: Current Status and Future Needs. Buildings2023, 13, 1776.
Pérez Gavilán Escalante, J.J.; Brzev, S.; Espinosa Cazarin, E.F.; Ganzerli, S.; Quiun, D.; Reiter, M.T. Experimental Research Studies on Seismic Behaviour of Confined Masonry Structures: Current Status and Future Needs. Buildings 2023, 13, 1776.
Pérez Gavilán Escalante, J.J.; Brzev, S.; Espinosa Cazarin, E.F.; Ganzerli, S.; Quiun, D.; Reiter, M.T. Experimental Research Studies on Seismic Behaviour of Confined Masonry Structures: Current Status and Future Needs. Buildings2023, 13, 1776.
Pérez Gavilán Escalante, J.J.; Brzev, S.; Espinosa Cazarin, E.F.; Ganzerli, S.; Quiun, D.; Reiter, M.T. Experimental Research Studies on Seismic Behaviour of Confined Masonry Structures: Current Status and Future Needs. Buildings 2023, 13, 1776.
Abstract
Confined masonry (CM) is a construction system which consists of masonry wall panels enclosed by vertical and horizontal reinforced concrete confining elements. The presence of these confining elements distinguishes CM from unreinforced masonry system and makes this technology suitable for construction of structures in regions subjected to intense seismic or wind actions. CM construction has been used in many countries and regions, and has performed well in past earthquakes. The purpose of the paper is to review past research studies related to the seismic in-plane and out-of-plane behaviour of CM structures. The authors have identified the key design and construction parameters which were considered in past research studies and have performed statistical analyses to establish their influence on the seismic performance of CM buildings. For the purpose of this study the authors have compiled databases of previous experimental studies on CM wall specimens which were used for statistical analyses. Finally, the paper discusses research gaps and needs for future research studies which would contribute to the understanding of seismic behaviour and failure mechanisms of CM walls.
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