10D. DIMENSIONING PART 4/4

CHAPTER 10D 'DIMENSIONING' 25 • D/6≤ e≤ D/2 , D=3·(0.5·D - e) V : Cutting force in the control section, after integration of the normal stresses of the surface elements Calculation of bending and shear capacity of the wall in terms of shear Vf. The worst condition is obtained and the wall is checked according to the Performance Level. Overall masonry characteristics: - Wall geometry - Performance level - Safety factors (Knowledge Level, Quality Control Level, Quality Control Level - Typical Masonry Strength Values Calculation of the flexural and shear capacity of the pile/span in terms of shear Vf and characterisation according to the worst case case. Proficiency check depending on the choice of the Performance Level: Direct Use (A): control in terms of forces Life Protection (B): Control in terms of relative displacement, Quasi-Collapse (C): Control in terms of relative displacement.