Advances in Computational Mechanics of Masonry: Modeling, Simulation, and Applications
A special issue of Buildings (ISSN 2075-5309). This special issue belongs to the section "Building Structures".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2026 | Viewed by 701
Special Issue Editors
Interests: computational mechanics; masonry; composite materials; interface mechanics; FE analysis; heritage preservation; parametric modelling; experimental testing
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Interests: mathematical models of curved beams; linear and non-linear dynamics of beams and laminates; non-smooth contact dynamics method applied to masonry structures; dynamic identification of physical; modal
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Interests: Masonry constructions; energy-based modelling; design of 3D assemblies via mathematical optimization; sustainable constructions; self-assembly processes; form finding and design of shells; soil–structure interaction; rocking dynamics; historic constructions; crack pattern identification and inverse structural analysis
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Interests: heritage preservation; advanced composite materials; DEM modelling of masonry; experimental characterization of building materials and structural elements; seismic assessment and retrofitting; surveying and structural health monitoring; photogrammetry and image-based analysis of masonry
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Masonry is one of the most widespread structural materials in both historic and contemporary construction, yet its nonlinear and heterogeneous behavior poses significant challenges for analysis and design—especially under seismic or extreme loading conditions. Advances in computational mechanics have therefore become essential for understanding and predicting the response of masonry structures.
Recent progress in numerical modeling, including detailed micromodels, efficient macromodels, finite and discrete element methods, and hybrid or multiscale strategies, now enables more accurate simulation of damage, cracking, collapse mechanisms, and the effectiveness of innovative strengthening techniques. These tools also benefit from increasing integration with experimental data, structural monitoring, and model updating approaches, as well as digital tools and computer-based techniques for structural surveys.
This Special Issue aims to gather contributions that advance the modeling, analysis, and simulation of masonry systems, both unreinforced and strengthened with advanced materials. Topics of interest include constitutive modeling, nonlinear behavior, fracture and damage processes, seismic performance, model verification and validation, and applications—including experimental investigation—to heritage and modern structures. We welcome original research, review articles, methodology papers, and case studies demonstrating practical implementation in engineering or preservation contexts.
Dr. Natalia Pingaro
Prof. Dr. Francesco Clementi
Prof. Dr. Antonino Iannuzzo
Dr. Pietro Meriggi
Dr. Andrea Montanino
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- masonry structures
- computational mechanics
- numerical modeling
- finite element analysis
- discrete element methods
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