Investigação experimental da resistência à compressão simples de prismas de blocos estruturais

Abstract

This study deals with the experimental analysis of brick prisms. The main purpose was to evaluate parameters that alter the compressive strength of prisms. The experimental program consisted of manufacturing two and tree brick prisms. These prisms were then tested by simple compression. The results showed that: prism compressive strength is highly influenced by block geometry; prism efficiency decreases with an increase in block strength and prism height; and bricks with horizontal holes are inappropriate for structural purposes because of their low compressive strength