Journal of Modern Mechanical Engineering and Technology

Articles

Vol. 13 (2026)

Masonry Columns Subjected to Thermal Loads: An Analytical Approach

DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31875/2409-9848.2026.13.07
Submitted
August 11, 2026
Published
2026-09-18

Abstract

The paper addresses the equilibrium problem of masonry columns subjected to a linear temperature distribution across the cross-section, accounting for masonry’s inability to withstand tensile stresses and, in one of the cases studied, geometric non-linearity. Some analytical solutions are presented and discussed, with reference to ancient masonry towers as well.

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