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Mechanical Properties of Brick Masonry Reinforced with Wire Mesh: Advancing Sustainable and Resilient Construction

International Journal of Civil Engineering
© 2025 by SSRG - IJCE Journal
Volume 12 Issue 10
Year of Publication : 2025
Authors : Eka Juliafad, Lisyana Junelin Restu, Fajri Yusmar, Yose Fajar Pratama
10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V12I10P112
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Eka Juliafad, Lisyana Junelin Restu, Fajri Yusmar, Yose Fajar Pratama, "Mechanical Properties of Brick Masonry Reinforced with Wire Mesh: Advancing Sustainable and Resilient Construction," SSRG International Journal of Civil Engineering, vol. 12,  no. 10, pp. 147-166, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488352/IJCE-V12I10P112

Abstract:

Damage to masonry is influenced by the materials and mixture variations of bricks and mortar. This study investigates the mechanical performance of red Brick Masonry Reinforced with wire mesh layers embedded in each course of bricks as internal Reinforcement. The experimental program involved constructing masonry specimens with wire mesh diameters of 5 mm, 6 mm, and 8 mm. The research focuses on compressive, shear, flexural strength, ductility, stiffness, and dissipated energy. Results show that adding wire mesh layers significantly improves masonry performance. Compressive strength increased by 50%, 68%, and 43% for 5 mm, 6 mm, and 8 mm wire diameters, respectively. Shear strength increased by 16%, 60%, and 32%, while flexural strength gains of 402%, 1100%, and 1237% for the same diameters. Furthermore, applying wire mesh can increase the masonry's ability to dissipate energy. This technique demonstrates a promising approach for improving structural performance without changing the wall’s external appearance, providing a practical method for reinforcing masonry structures.

Keywords:

Wire Mesh, Compressive Strength, Shear Strength, Flexural Strength, Dissipation Energy.

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