PDF report of shake table tests in Mexico can be seen here.

PDF Report of the Japanese tests for 11th NAMC can be viewed here.

Two excellent videos explaining basic concepts of confined masonry construction by a recent Cal Poly Architectural Engineering graduate, Ben Biddick.

Confined Masonry: Separate Elements and Combined Action

Out of Plane Considerations: Role of the Ring Beam

 

Confined Masonry Tutorials

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