Software that can model Masonry vault or Arch
Software that can model Masonry vault or Arch
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Is there any software that can Model a masonry vault or arch as shown in the picture attached ?
And if anyone can help me on how to check the stability of such element ? (any reference, books or articles are very much appreciated)
And if anyone can help me on how to check the stability of such element ? (any reference, books or articles are very much appreciated)






RE: Software that can model Masonry vault or Arch
As far as stability/buckling goes, Roark's has a number of formulas. So does Guide to Stability Design Criteria for Metal Structures (by: Galambos). (Obviously you would have to use transformed properties where applicable.)
Usually for a masonry arch, forming it is about as big a problem as any other. Sometimes you can kill 2 birds with one stone by having a curved angle for support during (and after) forming.
RE: Software that can model Masonry vault or Arch
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RE: Software that can model Masonry vault or Arch
The references at the end of each paper may give you more resources as well.
Brian