Finite element modelling for characterizing some dynamical properties of a masonry building prototype

A finite element modelling of a masonry building prototype is illustrated in this paper. A computational analysis describing the dynamic behavior of the structure is presented in order to characterize some dynamical features of the system under the effect of harmonic forces of different intensity. The structure is represented by a two-story masonry building characterized by a regular floor plan. The finite element modelling of the structure intends to reproduce an experimental test of the masonry building subject to a harmonic force input supplied by a vibrodyne. Frequency response functions corresponding to the frequency load inputs are reported for different monitored nodal points of the finite element mesh. In this way by comparison with the experimental results obtained in a parallel study it is possible to suitably assess the calibration of the parameters for characterizing the dynamical behaviour of the masonry structure.