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The document summarizes cyclic shear tests conducted on 4 masonry wall specimens. Two specimens were plain masonry walls, while the other two were retrofitted with carbon fiber sheets. One retrofitted specimen used one layer of sheets on both sides, while the other used two layers on one side. The tests measured lateral force and displacement up to failure. Results showed that retrofitted walls had higher strength and stiffness than plain walls, and applying sheets to one side was still effective. The tests

Author

Mihai Purcaru

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