The aim of the conference is to showcase and discuss the latest advancements in the modeling, testing, design, control, and health monitoring of masonry structures strengthened with composite materials.
MuRiCo is a vibrant community dedicated to advancing composite materials for the reinforcement of masonry structures. The MuRiCo conference provides an exceptional platform where participants from academia, research, and industry showcase their latest projects, learn from leading experts, and collaborate on innovative solutions. Join our welcoming and dynamic community, where engagement and knowledge sharing thrive.
GENERAL TOPICS
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Mechanics of Historical Masonry: Testing methods and advanced modeling approaches.
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Performance of Strengthened Masonry with Composites: Including FRP, FRCM, TRM, and SRG systems.
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Masonry/Composite Interaction: Exploring bond behavior, special connections, fracture mechanics, fatigue, fire resistance, and long-term durability.
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Evolution of Strengthening Techniques: Innovations in composite materials for historical construction.
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Emergency Measures for Historical Structures: First aid and provisional devices for structures at collapse risk following seismic events.
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Critical Review of Guidelines and Standards: Examining current practices, standards, and guidelines for masonry/composite coupling.
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Sustainability and Circular Economy: Focusing on life-cycle assessment, recycling, and sustainable practices in composite applications.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI), predictive modeling, structural health monitoring, and design optimization.
IMPORTANT DATES
• Abstract submission deadline: February 15, 2025
• Notification of provisional acceptance of the abstract: March 1, 2025
• Full-paper submission for review (min 6, max 8 pages): April 15, 2025
• Notification of provisional acceptance of the full paper: May 10, 2025
• Submission of revised full-paper and registration deadline: June 1, 2025
• Conference dates: June 25-27, 2025
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
Authors wishing to contribute to the conference are invited to submit a one-page abstract using the conference website. The conference programme will include only the accepted abstracts.
Abstract submission is open at: https://eventi.unibo.it/murico8/abstract-submission
Call for abstracts
