Mechanics of masonry in compression: Results from a homogenisation approach
@article{Zucchini2007MechanicsOM, title={Mechanics of masonry in compression: Results from a homogenisation approach}, author={Alberto Zucchini and Paulo B. Lourenço}, journal={Computers \& Structures}, year={2007}, volume={85}, pages={193-204} }
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