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In this paper a masonry baroque church by Antonio Galli Bibiena in Villa Pasquali is analyzed using a multidisciplinary approach. The importance of this monument is due to the prestige of its architect and to the peculiar system of masonry perforated vaults, which is an unicum in architectural history. Nevertheless, until now this church has not been studied, but historical data and significant crack patterns have pointed out its high vulnerability. The first step related to the knowledge of the building consists of the historical record of archival documents, which allow for the identification of the vulnerable elements. An accurate geometric survey is carried out with Terrestrial Laser Scanning in order to detect the complex three-dimensional geometry of the structure and crack patterns. Finally, a three-dimensional finite element model of the entire structure is developed and a comparison between the numerical results and the damage survey is performed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In this paper, debonding phenomena between carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) strips and masonry support were investigated on the basis of single-lap shear tests, considering different dimensions of the bond length. To capture the post-peak response of the CFRP–masonry joint, the slip between the support and the reinforcement strip was controlled using a clip gauge positioned at the end of the reinforcement. The tests were simulated by means of a finite element model able to capture the post-peak snap-back behavior due to the failure process. The numerical model is based on zero-thickness interface elements and on a proper non-linear cohesive law. The comparison between experimental and numerical results was performed in terms of overall response, measured by both the machine stroke and the clip gauge positioned at the free end of the reinforcement. The cases of effective bond length greater and lesser than the minimum anchorage length, suggested by the CNR Italian recommendation, were considered. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Highlights: [•] This paper deals with a historical building: Palazzo del Capitano in Mantua. [•] Material and geometrical surveys are performed. [•] Three dimensional nonlinear dynamic analyses are performed with special attention to finite element discretization. [•] The seismic vulnerability of the building is analyzed. [•] Proposal for restorations are critically assessed. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]