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What should be the maximum quantity of pigment used in mortar according to the guidelines?
What should be the maximum quantity of pigment used in mortar according to the guidelines?
What detrimental effect can excessive use of plasticizer have on mortar according to the guidelines?
What detrimental effect can excessive use of plasticizer have on mortar according to the guidelines?
Why should calcium chloride not be used in mortar preparations?
Why should calcium chloride not be used in mortar preparations?
What is the most critical factor affecting the compressive strength of grades I, II, and III mortars?
What is the most critical factor affecting the compressive strength of grades I, II, and III mortars?
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How should the constituents of mortar be mixed according to the provided guidelines?
How should the constituents of mortar be mixed according to the provided guidelines?
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What is a primary reason for the increased adoption of reinforced and prestressed masonry construction?
What is a primary reason for the increased adoption of reinforced and prestressed masonry construction?
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Which construction method allows for walls that resist lateral loading in seismic situations?
Which construction method allows for walls that resist lateral loading in seismic situations?
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What is the main advantage of reinforced masonry over conventional concrete construction?
What is the main advantage of reinforced masonry over conventional concrete construction?
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In which method is steel reinforcement placed in pockets created within masonry?
In which method is steel reinforcement placed in pockets created within masonry?
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What form does prestressing steel typically take in prestressed masonry elements?
What form does prestressing steel typically take in prestressed masonry elements?
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Which of these structures would benefit the most from the use of prestressed masonry walls?
Which of these structures would benefit the most from the use of prestressed masonry walls?
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What is a technique used to reinforce masonry elements that involves using two leaves of brickwork?
What is a technique used to reinforce masonry elements that involves using two leaves of brickwork?
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What aspect of reinforced masonry allows it to achieve attractive appearances without added expense?
What aspect of reinforced masonry allows it to achieve attractive appearances without added expense?
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What limitation exists when reinforcing masonry using bars in bed joints or collar joints?
What limitation exists when reinforcing masonry using bars in bed joints or collar joints?
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What is a unique feature of post-tensioned prestressed masonry elements?
What is a unique feature of post-tensioned prestressed masonry elements?
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Why did loadbearing brick construction get replaced by steel and reinforced concrete in the first half of the 20th century?
Why did loadbearing brick construction get replaced by steel and reinforced concrete in the first half of the 20th century?
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What factor was primarily responsible for reviving the use of loadbearing masonry construction after 1950?
What factor was primarily responsible for reviving the use of loadbearing masonry construction after 1950?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a major advantage of masonry construction, as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT considered a major advantage of masonry construction, as mentioned in the text?
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What is the primary reason for the ongoing improvement of structural codes for masonry buildings?
What is the primary reason for the ongoing improvement of structural codes for masonry buildings?
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What is the primary reason for the use of brick cladding on steel and reinforced concrete frames?
What is the primary reason for the use of brick cladding on steel and reinforced concrete frames?
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What does the text suggest about the current state of structural design of masonry buildings?
What does the text suggest about the current state of structural design of masonry buildings?
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Based on the information provided, what is the most likely reason for the historical preference for steel and reinforced concrete in multi-storey buildings, even though they were often clad in brick?
Based on the information provided, what is the most likely reason for the historical preference for steel and reinforced concrete in multi-storey buildings, even though they were often clad in brick?
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Which of the following building types is NOT typically suited for loadbearing construction due to its unique requirements?
Which of the following building types is NOT typically suited for loadbearing construction due to its unique requirements?
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Which of the following features is crucial for providing lateral rigidity in a loadbearing masonry building?
Which of the following features is crucial for providing lateral rigidity in a loadbearing masonry building?
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What is the primary disadvantage of very unsymmetrical wall arrangements in a loadbearing masonry building?
What is the primary disadvantage of very unsymmetrical wall arrangements in a loadbearing masonry building?
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In a loadbearing masonry building, which type of wall system involves both internal and external walls acting as load-bearing elements?
In a loadbearing masonry building, which type of wall system involves both internal and external walls acting as load-bearing elements?
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Why are simple or double cross-wall systems particularly well-suited for buildings like hostels or hotels?
Why are simple or double cross-wall systems particularly well-suited for buildings like hostels or hotels?
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What role do corridor walls play in a simple cross-wall system, according to the text?
What role do corridor walls play in a simple cross-wall system, according to the text?
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The text highlights the importance of collaboration between engineers and architects in designing loadbearing masonry buildings. What aspect of the building design does this collaboration primarily focus on?
The text highlights the importance of collaboration between engineers and architects in designing loadbearing masonry buildings. What aspect of the building design does this collaboration primarily focus on?
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In a loadbearing masonry building, what is the primary function of the outer walls in a simple cross-wall system?
In a loadbearing masonry building, what is the primary function of the outer walls in a simple cross-wall system?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE about complex arrangements of load-bearing walls in a masonry building, as described in the text?
Which of the following statements is TRUE about complex arrangements of load-bearing walls in a masonry building, as described in the text?
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Which of the following brick types must conform to the soluble salt content limit prescribed by BS 3921?
Which of the following brick types must conform to the soluble salt content limit prescribed by BS 3921?
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According to the provided information, what is the maximum permissible volume of perforations in a perforated brick?
According to the provided information, what is the maximum permissible volume of perforations in a perforated brick?
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Which type of brick is specifically designed for use in dampproof courses due to its low absorption characteristics?
Which type of brick is specifically designed for use in dampproof courses due to its low absorption characteristics?
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What is the minimum compressive strength typically recommended for bricks used in low-rise buildings?
What is the minimum compressive strength typically recommended for bricks used in low-rise buildings?
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Which of the following types of bricks is covered by British Standard BS 187?
Which of the following types of bricks is covered by British Standard BS 187?
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Which of the following statements regarding the maximum soluble salt content of bricks is TRUE based on the information provided?
Which of the following statements regarding the maximum soluble salt content of bricks is TRUE based on the information provided?
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What is the maximum permissible volume of depressions (frogs) in a brick?
What is the maximum permissible volume of depressions (frogs) in a brick?
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What is the maximum cross-sectional area of a single hole permitted in a perforated brick?
What is the maximum cross-sectional area of a single hole permitted in a perforated brick?
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Which statement accurately describes a cellular brick?
Which statement accurately describes a cellular brick?
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Which of the following types of brickwork is unlikely to use brick strength lower than 20 N/mm^2 in the United Kingdom?
Which of the following types of brickwork is unlikely to use brick strength lower than 20 N/mm^2 in the United Kingdom?
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Study Notes
Design of Masonry Structures
- The book is titled "Design of Masonry Structures"
- Third edition
- Authors: A.W. Hendry, B.P. Sinha, and S.R. Davies
- Publisher: E & FN Spon, an imprint of Chapman & Hall
Loadbearing Masonry Buildings
- The basic advantage of masonry construction is its ability to perform multiple functions, like structure, space division, and thermal/acoustic insulation.
- Masonry construction is relatively inexpensive and versatile.
- Brick construction was widely used in the first half of the 20th century for multi-storey buildings.
- Empirical rules for proportioning loadbearing walls were common until the 1950s.
- Structural codes introduced after 1950 allowed for more rational design and calculation of wall thicknesses.
- Current codes are based on research programs and building experience.
- Modern masonry design approaches comparable levels of sophistication to steel and concrete design.
Basic Design Considerations
- Loadbearing construction is best suited for buildings with multiple smaller rooms.
- Wall layout depends on functional requirements and site conditions.
- Symmetrical wall arrangements are preferred for better resistance to lateral forces.
- Stairwells, lift shafts, and service ducts play a crucial role in lateral rigidity.
- Cellular wall systems: Internal and external load-bearing walls create a cellular pattern.
- Simple or double cross-wall systems: Main load-bearing walls are perpendicular to the building's longitudinal axis.
- Complex arrangements: Hybrid systems combining different wall arrangements.
Structural Safety: Limit State Design
- The objective of ensuring a stable, robust building addresses structural safety.
- Qualitative and conceptual measures were historically employed.
- Quantitative methods relating estimates of loading to material strengths are used.
- The aim of structural design is ensuring that buildings fulfil their intended functions without excessive deflection, cracking, or collapse.
- Probability of failure for existing buildings is considered low (1 in a million chance).
- Limit state design is used to specify a condition that renders a structure unfit for its purpose to avoid catastrophic failure.
- Criteria for strength and serviceability including loading, strength, and structural analysis uncertainties are factors that need consideration in the design process.
Foundations
- Load-bearing masonry buildings are relatively stiff, vertically, with limited tolerance to foundation movement.
- Maximum relative deflection is limited to 0.0003 or 0.0004 depending on the soil type in brickwork buildings.
- Recommended average settlement limits for buildings are approximately 150mm.
Reinforced and Prestressed Masonry
- Using reinforcement extends the capabilities of masonry, given reduced tensile strength in unreinforced masonry.
- Reinforcement can be introduced in bed joints, collar joints, or pockets in masonry units.
- Prestressing methods can increase the resilience of masonry elements.
- Grouted cavity construction improves lateral strength.
Bricks, Blocks, and Mortars
- Masonry is composed of blocks, bricks, and mortar.
Classification
- Brick dimensions typically do not exceed 337.5×225×112.5 mm.
- Any unit exceeding these dimensions is considered a block.
- Blocks and bricks can be made of fired clay, calcium silicate, or concrete.
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