Mechanical Properties and Seismic Performance of Wood-Concrete Composite Blocks for Building Construction

Recent catastrophes that occurred during seismic events suggest the importance of developing new seismic-resistant materials for use in building construction. Ordinary concrete is one of the most common materials in buildings. However, due to its low ductility and flexural strength, its seismic beha...

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Main Authors: David Dominguez-Santos, Daniel Mora-Melia, Gonzalo Pincheira-Orellana, Pablo Ballesteros-Pérez, Cesar Retamal-Bravo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-05-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/12/9/1500