Basalt is a common material used in constructions since antiquity. Nowadays its fibers (BFs)
are going to be used as an alternative to glass, carbon or aramid fibers for strengthening …

One of the most important characteristics that historical masonry should have is that of a
monolithic behavior. Without these basic feature, no structural analysis could be considered …

The strengthening of facing-masonry columns represents a current challenge since from the
past for architects and engineers. A typical past solution involves the use of a continuous or …

This paper presents the first results of a study aimed at improving the seismic behavior of
unreinforced masonry walls by a novel and sustainable application of basalt fibers. Five …

As shown by several authors (Giuffrè, 1991; Doglioni, 1994), historical masonry buildings
subjected to earthquake do not show a global structural behavior. If the building was made …

The main construction materials of a wide part of the world building historical heritage are
masonry. A lot of these masonry structures need to be preserved for their cultural, historical …

W pracy omówiono wybrane zastosowania cięgien w konserwacji konstrukcyjnej obiektów
historycznych, zwracając szczególną uwagę na efektywność poszczególnych metod …

This paper presents the results of an experimental campaign aimed at improving the
innovative technique of continuos basalt fiber (BF) stitching in order to repair the masonry …

Rehabilitation of historical masonry is a demanding task, especially in seismic zones, where
vulnerable buildings and structures can suffer severe damages and losses, as recent …

In caso di sisma gli edifici storici in muratura non manifestano spesso un chiaro
comportamento strutturale d'insieme, per cui risulta necessario e molto più realistico …