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Abstract
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About 60% population of the world are living in masonry structures, as shown in Fig.1. Flanders
masonry method is one of masonry techniques and it is common in Asian area. Since many
masonry structures are not reinforced, they are very weak during an earthquake [1]. The
distribution of masonry structures is overlapping to high seismicity regions as shown in Fig.2.
Earthquake excitation causes the collapse of the masonry structures and makes casualties and
loss of property. The commissures between bricks and mortar are weak point. The protections in
historical masonry structures, as well as prevent the collapse of masonry structures and human
casualties during earthquakes are very important. Seismic performance of masonry structures
must be improved.
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