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In-Plane Cyclic Shear Performance Of Interlocking Compressed Earth Block Walls, David William Bland
In-Plane Cyclic Shear Performance Of Interlocking Compressed Earth Block Walls, David William Bland
Master's Theses
This thesis presents results from testing of interlocking compressed earth block (CEB) masonry shear walls. CEBs are low strength earth masonry units sometimes stabilized with cement or lime. The interlocking compressed earth blocks (ICEBs) used in this experiment are dry stacked interlocking hollow units, which can be reinforced and grouted after they are laid. Although significant research has been undertaken to optimize the material properties of CEBs, little has been done to investigate the performance of structural systems currently being built using this technology.
Test results are reported for three 1800 mm x 1800 mm wall specimens constructed with cement …