"November 2004" / Bibliography: p.167-179. / xi, 333 p. : ill., photos (col.) ; 30 cm. / Title page, contents and abstract only. The complete thesis in print form is available from the University Library. / Focuses on behavioural models of masonry walls with a view to improving their accuracy and extending their application. Results include a numerical model and mathematical expressions capable of predicting the key stages of the non-linear load-deflection behaviour of walls subjected to vertical bending and axial loading; new mathematical expressions for horizontal and diagonal bending moment capacities that are dimensionally consistent and account for the beneficial effects of compressive stress; and. Experimental test data for masonry sections subjected to horizontal and diagonal bending, which were used in the development and verification of the new mathematical expressions. / Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Adelaide, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, 2004
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:ADTP/263328 |
| Date | January 2004 |
| Creators | Willis, Craig Robert |
| Source Sets | Australiasian Digital Theses Program |
| Language | en_US |
| Detected Language | English |
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