Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
(OP)
Is it accurate to calculate the section modulus of a masonry wall for in-plane bending (shear walls) using an equivalent solid thickness and treating it as a rectangular section?
I have looked in NCMA TEK, but do not see any calculations for in-plane section properties.
I have looked in NCMA TEK, but do not see any calculations for in-plane section properties.






RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
DaveAtkins
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
In case of a grouted wall (with say 24" or 16" o.c), that can add up to a significant bump in the section modulus. Do you still only consider face shells?
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
The properties for the section moduli of grouted walls, partially or otherwise, are in the CERM
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
The properties in the CERM or any TEK publication is for out-of-plane bending (with walls spanning vertically or horizontally). It is not for in-plane section properties.
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
I hastily read the OP.
Do you mind my asking why it is necessary to calculate this for your application. I don't get into masonry design much.
Thanks
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
RE: Section Modulus - Masonry Wall
DaveAtkins