Seismic Retrofit of Masonry Structures with Wood Diaphragms

Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRPs) have been used for seismic retrofit applications in masonry and concrete structures for many years. FRP has also been used for general restoration purposes in wood structures. Examples include repair and strengthening of wood columns or posts by wrapping with FRP and strengthening of wood beams by either wrapping beams with FRP or by placing FRP of the sides or bottom of wood beams. …