Behaviour Of Gfrp Strengthened Masonry Wall Panels Under Base Shock Vibrations

Masonry structures are prone to extensive damage followed byfailure and collapse when subjected to loads resulting from wind, earthquakeand other natural or man-made events. Recent earthquakes and terrorist actshave clearly demonstrated the need for the development of effective andaffordable strategies for the strengthening of masonry. As a response to thesechallenges, fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites are found to offertechnically and economically viable solutions. In the context of researchundertaken worldwide, this thesis presents an overview of the studies andfield applications of …