Rocking motion is sensitive to the boundary and initial conditions of a rocking structure,
making experiments nonrepeatable. Thus, the claims that numerical rocking motion models …

SUMMARY A methodology for the performance‐based seismic risk assessment of classical
columns is presented. Despite their apparent instability, classical columns are, in general …

In order to use rocking as a seismic response modification strategy along both directions of
seismic excitation, a three‐dimensional (3D) rocking model should be developed. Since …

The response of a rigid rocking block is traditionally described by its tilt angle. This is a
correct description, but this paper suggests that describing rocking via displacements is …

This paper investigates the 3D response of a slab supported by wobbling columns. The
columns are not allowed neither to slide nor to roll out of their initial position. An analytical …

The majority of historical and heritage structures around the world consist of unreinforced
masonry walls. A masonry structure is composed of masonry units, such as brick or marble …

Allowing structures to uplift modifies their seismic response; uplifting works as a mechanical
fuse and limits the forces transmitted to the superstructure. However, engineers are …

Masonry structures are often characterized by complex, non-planar geometries. This is also
the case for historical and monumental structures. Here we investigate the dynamic …

The effect of the dilatancy of masonry interfaces and of the size of the building blocks on the
strength of masonry structures is quantified herein. The study focuses mainly on out-of-plane …

The relevance of the safeguard of masonry cross vaults is evident in churches, palaces, and
cloisters of most European countries. Nevertheless, their seismic behaviour is still an aspect …