Allowable Stress Design of Masonry

The peak stress of stability point curve can then be regarded as the maximum permissible stress level of brick masonry under cyclic actions. The peak stress of stability point curve of this investigation was found to be about two-thirds of the average failure stress.

Concrete masonry elements can be designed by using one of several methods in accordance with Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (ref. 1): empirical design, strength design, or allowable stress design. This TEK provides a basic overview of design criteria and requirements for concrete masonry assemblies designed using the allowable stress design provisions contained in