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In this chapter, the different modeling strategies for simulating the behavior of masonry infilled frames are investigated. Particular emphasis is given on the suitability of the discrete element method (DEM) to accurately represent the mechanical behavior, strength and ductility of concrete and brickwork masonry infilled frames. Within DEM, masonry infill panels are represented by individual bricks and blocks separated by zero thickness interfaces representing mortar joints. The assumptions adopted, the numerical implementation and the advantages and disadvantages of modeling masonry infilled frames using the discrete element method are discussed. This ‘discontinuum’ approach, an alternative to modeling masonry as a homogenized continuum, is particularly suited for studying the mechanical behavior and interaction between the individual masonry brick/blocks and their interaction with the framed structure.
Author(s): Mohebkhah A, Sarhosis V
Editor(s): Sarhosis, V; Bagi, K; Lemos, JV; Milani, G
Publication type: Book Chapter
Publication status: Published
Book Title: Computational Modelling of Masonry Structures Using the Discrete Element Method
Year: 2016
Volume: 1
Pages: 200-234
Print publication date: 01/06/2015
Acceptance date: 15/12/2015
Series Title: Advances in Civil and Industrial Engineering (ACIE)
Publisher: IGI Global
Place Published: USA
URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/978-1-5225-0231-9.ch009
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-5225-0231-9.ch009
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ISBN: 9781522502319