Limit analysis of masonry vaulted structures: the Santa Margherita Nuova Complex in Procida

Abstract

The paper aims to introduce some general concepts and issues about the complex operation of masonry vaulted structures. General setup is presented with formulas for analytical treatment, and checks about current operative and collapse conditions. Concepts are later used to verify the functioning of a vaulted structure embedded in the monumental Santa Margherita Nuova complex in Procida using FEM analyses.