The aim of this study was to evaluate the mechanical behavior of reinforced masonry constructed with concrete blocks from two regions of Mexico (Veracruz and Querétaro) and to develop a calibrated numerical model capable of reproducing its structural response under shear loading....
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Research Article10.9734/cjast/2026/v45i34674
The objective of this work is to evaluate the reduction in concrete and rebar weight in continuous beams of reinforced concrete frame buildings with spans greater than 9 meters, by integrating post-tensioning design with the Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) algorithm. The study...
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Research Article10.9734/cjast/2026/v45i14649
The angle of the perimeter grid is the property that determines the behavior of diagrid (DG) structures. This study compares 30 different DG models using different perimeter grid arrangements and different floor-to-floor dimensions, considering their dynamic properties to observe...
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Research Article10.9734/cjast/2025/v44i114635