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(MASONRY)
Prepared by:
Raghwinder
2nd Year (Civil)
150107082
Introduction
Seismic waves
When pieces of crustal rock suddenly slip and move, they release enormous
amounts of energy, which then propagates through the crust as seismic waves.
• P waves
• S waves
Design Philosophy
Base Isolation
Reinforced Masonry
1. Reinforced hollow units masonry.
Tie Beams
The function of tie beams is to transfer horizontal shear induced by the
earthquakes from the floor and roof to the structural walls. They
connect the structural walls with each other and improve the rigidity of
the horizontal diaphragms.
Cantilever Slabs and Overhangs
These elements can cause harmful vertical vibration during heavy
earthquakes. To reduce this, spans should not exceed those shown on
Figure below.
Concluding Remarks
Masonry buildings have performed well in several earthquakes worldwide. This
construction practice is widely used in many countries and regions for the
following reasons:
It is based on traditional construction practice;
It does not require highly qualified labour (as is the case with RC frame
construction);
It has a broad range of applications - it can be used for single-family
houses as well as for medium-rise apartment buildings.
Good earthquake performance is based on the following premises:
Use of good quality materials,
Good quality concrete and masonry construction, and
• Simple architectural design.
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