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The International Concrete Abstracts Portal is an ACI led collaboration with leading technical organizations from within the international concrete industry and offers the most comprehensive collection of published concrete abstracts.
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Document:
SP147-01
Date:
September 1, 1994
Author(s):
L. E. Yamin and L. E. Garcia
Publication:
Symposium Papers
Volume:
147
Abstract:
Chapter presents a summary of the materials more widely used for masonry construction in different countries in the Americas. An attempt has been made to establish groups of similar masonry units, including typical values for some of the more important mechanical properties. Typical particularities for some countries are mentioned. However, only masonry units for structural purposes are discussed. Mechanical properties, mix characteristics, and particular details related to mortar and grout used in different countries are summarized. Grades and characteristics of reinforcement steel for masonry construction are presented. A brief summary of mechanical properties of masonry assemblages for different countries is included, together with a review of the appropriate local standards. Finally, some of the accessory materials for masonry construction are presented.
DOI:
10.14359/4068
SP147-03
J. Bariola
Describes the design practice of masonry structures in the Americas. Emphasis of this study is on discussion of regulations for seismic resistance and design of masonry structures. Throughout the continent, unreinforced, reinforced, and confined masonry structures are used. Design practices evidence similarities in the methods used for the proportioning of reinforced and confined masonry in different countries. From the point of view of seismic design, different approaches are used, which lead to different strength and stiffness requirements.
10.14359/4367
SP147-08
R. Meli
Confined masonry walls constitute the basic vertical structural system for residential buildings up to five stories high in Mexico. The practice of their design and construction, their performance during recent earthquakes, and the changes in code regulations and in design and construction practice imposed by the lessons learned from the 1985 earthquake are discussed briefly. Also summarized is the experimental research that constitutes the basis for present design regulations. The comprehensive research program carried out since the late 1960s includes tests on units and mortars, small masonry subassemblages, full-scale walls, and complete structural systems.
10.14359/4368
SP147-02
C. Casabbone
Presents the general description of masonry systems and construction practices in the Americas. As the most important use of masonry is the construction of midheight buildings destined to housing, emphasis is given in this chapter on the use of masonry in the construction of bearing wall diaphragm buildings.
10.14359/4375
SP147-07
R. E. Klingner
Various types of masonry structural systems found in the United States are discussed, along with the range of masonry materials used in their construction. The system of masonry code development in the United States is reviewed and the principal masonry design codes and masonry material specifications are discussed. Finally, the current state of masonry research in the United States is summarized, with emphasis on the motivation for that research.
10.14359/4377
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