Investigation of the Seismic Behavior of Masonry Structure
Ion Popescu
Professor, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering, Technical University of Moldova, Kishinev, Moldova
Nikola Jovanovic
Ph.D. Student, Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Nis, Nis, Serbia
Aleksandar Nikolov
Ph.D. Student, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University, Skopje, North Macedonia
ABSTRACT:
Seismic performance is considered one of the most important issues in ensuring stability and safety for buildings sited in earthquake-prone countries. This research covers seismic behavior in shake table testing of masonry structures. Most of the research focuses on the dynamic response of masonry configurations under various simulated seismic loads, presenting critical insights into structural vulnerabilities and potential modes of failure. Detailed displacement, acceleration, and deformation patterns were analyzed to support the experimental findings. Comparisons with the existing literature are also made in order to identify the gaps and arrive at a better understanding. This investigation shall contribute to the development of more resilient masonry construction practices and offers guidance for engineers and policy makers.
Published in: International Journal of Research in Engineering, Science and Management (Volume 7, Issue 12, December 2024)
Page(s): 137-142
Date of Publication: 04/01/2025
Publisher: IJRESM
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14599171
Cite as: Ion Popescu, Nikola Jovanovic, Aleksandar Nikolov, “Investigation of the Seismic Behavior of Masonry Structure,” in International Journal of Research in Engineering, Science and Management, vol. 7, no. 12, pp. 137-142, December 2024.