Computer Methods in Structural Masonry - 4

Computer Methods in Structural Masonry - 4 forms the proceedings of the Fourth Symposium of this series, held in Florence, Italy, in September 1997. The book focuses on computer modelling and experimental methods that permit the accurate analysis, design and assessment of historic buildings as well as contemporary masonry structures. There are contributions on the analysis of stone masonry arches, domes, and historical structures in Greece and Italy. Computer-aided design and design codes and procedures are addresseD in detail. Due to the inherent variability of the properties of masonry, there is a considerable scatter in the data obtained form tests. Therefore, important statistics and reliability analysis are also discussed. With contributions from all the leading international experts in the field, Computer Methods in Structural Masonry - 4 is an essential reference for engineers, researchers, architects and manufacturers working with masonry materials and structures.