**"The application of prestressing to masonry walls and columns has been shown to significantly enhance the seismic resistance of structures (Naaman, 2004; Nilson et al., 2010). Furthermore, studies by Priestley et al. (2007) and Paulay & Priestley (1992) demonstrate that prestressing can eliminate cracks caused by tensile and shear forces.
In my research, for the first time globally, a combination of post-tensioning on the sides of walls and the integration of tendons deep into the ground is applied. This innovative method aims to divert inertial forces directly into the ground, allowing the ground to participate up to 80% in the structure’s response to seismic loads. In this way, my method not only strengthens structural elements but also harnesses the dynamic potential of the ground, simultaneously increasing its load-bearing capacity and preventing the maximum transfer of moments to the joints, thus providing a holistic approach to seismic protection."**
Eu considero suas pesquisas valiosas e brilhantes, parabéns, Dr. Ioannis Lymperis.
The combination of post-tensioning on the sides of walls and integration of tendons deep into the ground seems to be very interesting for future developments.
Dear Dr. Aristidis Matsoukis thank you very much!
As I mentioned in the literature (Naaman, 2004; Nilson et al., 2010), prestressing in masonry walls and columns significantly enhances resistance to seismic forces. This is particularly true for the cross-sections shown in the image. These specific cross-sections are designed to provide additional stiffness and durability against dynamic loads, reducing deformations due to cyclic seismic vibrations. Prestressing enables the walls to remain in a state of compression even under varying loads, thereby minimizing the occurrence of cracks. Additionally, the integration of prestressing tendons into the ground redirects inertia forces into the soil. https://scontent.fath3-3.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/254167311_5035590993120483_6736560854829443178_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=aa7b47&_nc_ohc=KVdjD0sCf0kQ7kNvgHPh7yH&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent.fath3-3.fna&_nc_gid=AQOc9yQUqr2U7DMbATgNasW&oh=00_AYAx1MScKHWqWM9SOkiPxJJLECW87Bbd5Or8NqOfyk-elA&oe=673C4AF7
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