Load path method in the interpretation of dome behaviour

A Procedure for the Detailing Design of Simply Supported R.C. Bridge Decks Subjected to in-Plane Actions

“…[4], [5]). So far the Load Path Method has been used for a wide range of applications: conceptual and detailing design [6], reinforced concrete structures [2], special structures [7], optimum design [5], masonry structures [8][9][10][11], assessment of existing constructions [12][13][14][15].…”

“…Shorter paths can be obtained if the so-called arch-behaviour (see [4], [16]- [18]) is activated. The difference between an arch-shaped path and a beam-shaped path is sketched in Figure 12.…”

“…Even though the loads near the outer girders are actually in the width of the arch-shaped paths, in the wire frame model of Figure 13, transversal paths towards the arch-shaped paths have been assumed. It is worth noting that the shape of the arches can be drawn from equilibrium conditions simply assuming the position of the crowns (see [4], [16]- [18]). …”

“…The domain has been subdivided into a regular mesh (0.25 m x 0.25 m x 0.25 m size) using the linear hexahedron (type C3D8) finite element (Figs. 3,4,5,6). The uniform applied load has been transformed into many point loads (Figs.…”

Masonry buildings subjected to foundation settlements due to landslide: a preliminary study on the interpretation of structural behaviour using the load path method

“…The load path (for further details on the basic principles of the method see references [2][3][4]) represents the line along which a force or a force component (more precisely: the component of a force in a chosen direction, e.g. the vertical component of a load) is carried through a structure from the point of loading to its support.…”