Browsing by Author "Roca Fabregat, Pedro"
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A macro-modelling finite element technique for the realistic simulation of cracking in masonry structures
(CRC Press, 2016)
Conference report
Restricted access - publisher's policyThis paper presents an improved computational model for the analysis of masonry structures based on continuum mechanics finite element approaches. The proposed numerical technique uses a cracktracking algorithm to model ... -
Analysis of masonry structures by funicular networks
(2010-09)
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Restricted access - publisher's policyA numerical approach for the ultimate analysis of large masonry structures composed of multiple linear members is presented. The approach is based on the use of computer-simulated cable nets representing the equilibrium ... -
Analysis of the effect of provisional ties on the construction and current deformation of Mallorca cathedral
(2016-04)
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Restricted access - publisher's policyThis paper presents the analysis of the structure of Mallorca Cathedral taking into account the influence on structural behaviour of auxiliary iron ties used during the construction process. Recent studies (Roca et al., ... -
Analysis of the performance in the linear field of Equivalent-Frame Models for regular and irregular masonry walls
(2017-08)
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Restricted access - publisher's policyThe Equivalent-Frame Method (EFM), a simplified procedure for structural modelling of masonry constructions, is having a great success for the good balance that it allows between the accuracy of the geometrical description ... -
Analytical method for the assessment of unreinforced brick masonry walls subjected to eccentric compressive loads
(2014-12-30)
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Open AccessSlender unreinforced masonry walls are likely to fail due to mechanism formation when they are subjected to eccentric compression loads causing second order bending effects. A practical analytical formulation is herein ... -
Analytical micro-modeling of masonry periodic unit cells : elastic properties
(2015-09-01)
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Open AccessA model for the analysis of masonry periodic unit cells based on detailed micro-modeling principles is presented: an analytical model capable of calculating the orthotropic elastic properties of masonry composites. Several ... -
An enhanced finite element macro-model for the realistic simulation of localized cracks in masonry structures: a large-scale application
(Taylor & Francis, 2018-03)
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Open AccessFinite element macro-modelling approaches are widely used for the analysis of large-scale masonry structures. Despite their efficiency, they still face two important challenges: the realistic representation of damage and ... -
An orthotropic damage model for the analysis of masonry structures
(2013)
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Restricted access - publisher's policyThis paper presents a numerical model for nonlinear analysis of masonry structural elements based on Continuum Damage Mechanics. The material is described at the macro-level, i.e. it is modeled as a homogeneous orthotropic ... -
Aplicación del CTE (Código Técnico de la Edificación) a las obras de restauración arquitectónica
(2009-11-23)
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Application of particle motion technique to structural modal identification of heritage buildings
(2015)
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Open AccessDetermining the behavior of a structure estimated by means of finite elements analysis requires not only an in-depth knowledge of its geometry and dynamic properties but also an experimental validation to corroborate the ... -
A review on the study of historical structures using integrated investigation activities for seismic safety assessment. Part I: Dynamic investigation
(2018)
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Open AccessAssessment of seismic safety of historical structures is a challenging task because the information available about the assessed structure is usually limited. Therefore, it is often necessary to exploit a number of integrated ... -
A review on the study of historical structures using integrated invetigation activities for seismic safety assessment. Part II: Model updating and seismic analysis
(2018)
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Open AccessThis paper represents a continuation of a review on the seismic safety assessment of historical structures using some selected integrated investigation activities. In the first part of this review the dynamic investigation ... -
Assessment of structural damage in historical constructions using numerical models : the case of the church of the Poblet Monastery
(2014)
Conference report
Open AccessThis paper presents the assessment of the structural damage and stability of the church of the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet, one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Spain. The structure presents damage ... -
Buildings in Barcelona protected from railway-induced vibrations with base isolation
(Centre Internacional de Mètodes Numèrics en Enginyeria (CIMNE), 2014)
Conference report
Open AccessThis work describes two mid-height RC base isolated buildings recently erected in Barcelona. Both buildings are located near the main railway station in Barcelona (Barcelona-Sants), thus undergoing dynamic excitations due ... -
Classes-workshop per a projectes en grup
(Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya. Institut de Ciències de l'Educació, 2014-04-24)
Conference report
Open AccessL'activitat d'aprenentatge actiu ha estat implementada a l’assignatura Inspecció, Anàlisi i Restauració de Construccions Històriques. La pràctica docent consisteix a dedicar dues classes de tres hores a dos tallers ... -
Classes-workshop per a projectes en grup
(Institut de Ciències de l'Educació (ICE), 2014)
Part of book or chapter of book
Open AccessLa publicació que teniu a les mans és el resultat de la I Convocatòria de Bones Pràctiques Docents a la UPC de l’any 2013, que en la seva primera edició es va centrar en recollir exemples sobre metodologies actives que es ... -
Combined in-situ and laboratory minor destructive testing of historical mortars
(Taylor & Francis, 2018-03)
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Open AccessMortar is of all masonry components the most difficult to be experimentally characterised in heritage buildings. This paper investigates the possibility of combining different in-situ and laboratory minor destructive testing ... -
Combining Brazilian tests on masonry cores and double punch tests for the mechanical characterization of historical mortars
(2016-06)
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Open AccessThis research presents a novel integrated methodology for the experimental characterization of historical mortars, including different types of laboratory tests. Different experimental tests on lime mortar brickwork were ... -
Comparison of MDT techniques for mechanical characterization of historical masonry
(CRC Press, 2016)
Conference report
Restricted access - publisher's policyThis paper presents the results of an experimental program evaluating the possibility of available Minor Destructive Testing (MDT) techniques for the mechanical characterization of historical masonry. In particular, the ... -
Comparison of seismic analysis methods applied to a historical church struck by 2009 L’Aquila earthquake
(2015-07)
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Open AccessThis paper presents the seismic assessment of a historical church by means of different analysis methods. The church of San Marco, seriously damaged by 2009 L’Aquila earthquake, Italy, is chosen as case-study. The analysis ...
