Correlation between sonic pulse velocity and flat-jack tests for the estimation of the elastic properties of unreinforced brick masonry: Case studies from Croatia
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Historic urban cores in southern Europe are characterized by a significant number of existing unreinforced masonry structures that are known for their seismic vulnerability. The first step in the preservation of such damaged buildings is condition assessment and characterization of the mechanical properties of materials, e.g., masonry, which can be achieved using non-destructive, semi-destructive and destructive methods. In this paper, the emphasis is on determining the modulus of elasticity of unreinforced masonry through flat-jack and sonic pulse velocity tests. Both methods are explained in detail and results from eight different case studies are presented. The results are compared and promising correlations among the techniques are observed, validating both methods as suitable masonry characterization techniques. The paper provides a wide set of experimental data that has been made available. Finally, a sensitivity analysis was performed. Differences between static and dynamic modulus of elasticity and operational and practicability issues regarding on-site testing are discussed.
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OpenAlex topics: Structural Health Monitoring Techniques · Masonry and Concrete Structural Analysis · Geophysical Methods and Applications
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