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Parametric and machine learning-based analysis of the seismic vulnerability of ...
Eudave, Rafael Ramirez; Ferreira, Tiago Miguel; Vicente, Romeu; Lourenço, Paulo B.; Pena, FernandoIn September 2017, two strong earthquakes hit the central region of Mexico, producing substantial damage to the historical buildings. A retroactive analysis for assessing the pre-event seismic vulnerability of these constructions allowed for testing the suitability of an existing parameter-based approach based on material and geometrical features. More than 160 adobe buildings in four municipalities of the Stat...
Early-age shrinkage and bond of LC-TRM strengthening in rammed earth
Eudave, Rafael Ramirez; Silva, Rui André Martins; Pereira, Eduardo; Romanazzi, AntonioThe wide dissemination of earth-based structures as contemporary, vernacular or heritage constructions in re-gions with important seismic hazard demands the design of solutions that improve the typical low structural performance resulting from intrinsic material limitations. Only in this way, it is possible to promote a comprehensive seismic protection of this heritage and of the life of their inhabitants. One ...