Behaviour of Masonry Walls Under Combined Compression and Shear Loading: 3D Failure Analysis Chaitra Shree V., Sahana T.S., Raveesh R.M., Sowjanya G.V. IFAC Papersonline, 2025 This study investigates the nonlinear behaviour and failure mechanisms of masonry infill walls subjected to combined axial compression and lateral shear loading. Using the Drucker-Prager plasticity model within ANSYS Workbench, a 3D finite element model of a reinforced concrete (RC) frame with masonry infill was developed. The simulation focused on crack initiation, propagation, and ultimate load-bearing capacity. Results revealed initial stiffness due to confinement, followed by diagonal shear cracking as the dominant failure mode. The finite element analysis showed good agreement with analytical estimations, with a deviation of only ±6% in peak shear capacity. Contour plots of equivalent plastic strain and stress trajectories highlighted the development of tension-induced cracks and residual strength, emphasizing the role of RC confinement. The study validates the Drucker-Prager model for simulating pressure-sensitive masonry behaviour and offers insights into stress redistribution and damage evolution under complex loading. These findings contribute to performance-based design, retrofitting strategies, and structural assessments of masonry-infilled frames under seismic or lateral forces. Future work may incorporate cyclic or probabilistic modelling for enhanced accuracy in real-world applications.
Experimental Investigation on Strength Characteristics of Concrete Incorporating Aluminium Dross as Cement Substitute Siddesh K N, Sowjanya G V, Raveesh R M, Sahana T S IFAC Papersonline, 2025 The enhancement of shear performance of reinforced cement concrete beams by using aluminum waste as a partial replacement of cement has gained significant importance in recent times. The study focusses on dual challenges of sustainable construction and effective waste management, by incorporating aluminum dross-a byproduct of the aluminum industry as a partial replacement for cement in reinforced concrete beams. Firstly, the cubes are casted with varying % of aluminum dross by the weight of cement. The cement has been replaced with aluminum dross in finely powdered form by its weight varying from 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25% and 30%. A series of experiments were conducted to find the range of optimum replacement levels. In that range, reinforced cement concrete beams are casted, again series of experiments were conducted to obtain optimum replacement % and finite element modelling were made to evaluate the shear performance and to validate the result. The results reveal that a 10% replacement of cement with aluminum dross yields the optimum performance, showing improved mechanical strength compared to the control mix. Beyond this dosage, a decline in strength was observed. The results from experiments shows significant improvement in shear strength or shear capacity till optimum replacement levels beyond which shear performance declines. Incorporating aluminum dross not only improves mechanical properties but also reduces cement usage, focusing on sustainability goals. The study demonstrates that aluminum dross can be effectively utilized as a sustainable alternative in cementitious materials, contributing to both environmental protection and economic benefits.
Behaviour of Masonry Walls under Combined Compression and Shear Loading: 3D Failure Analysis Chaitra Shree V., Sahana T.S., Raveesh R.M., Sowjanya G.V. Procedia Structural Integrity, 2025 This study investigates the nonlinear behaviour and failure mechanisms of masonry infill walls subjected to combined axial compression and lateral shear loading. Using the Drucker-Prager plasticity model within ANSYS Workbench, a 3D finite element model of a reinforced concrete (RC) frame with masonry infill was developed. The simulation focused on crack initiation, propagation, and ultimate load-bearing capacity. Results revealed initial stiffness due to confinement, followed by diagonal shear cracking as the dominant failure mode. The finite element analysis showed good agreement with analytical estimations, with a deviation of only ±6% in peak shear capacity. Contour plots of equivalent plastic strain and stress trajectories highlighted the development of tension-induced cracks and residual strength, emphasizing the role of RC confinement. The study validates the Drucker-Prager model for simulating pressure-sensitive masonry behaviour and offers insights into stress redistribution and damage evolution under complex loading. These findings contribute to performance-based design, retrofitting strategies, and structural assessments of masonry-infilled frames under seismic or lateral forces. Future work may incorporate cyclic or probabilistic modelling for enhanced accuracy in real-world applications.
Experimental Investigation on Strength Characteristics of Concrete Incorporating Aluminium Dross as Cement Substitute Siddesh K N, Sowjanya G V, Raveesh R M, Sahana T S Procedia Structural Integrity, 2025 The enhancement of shear performance of reinforced cement concrete beams by using aluminum waste as a partial replacement of cement has gained significant importance in recent times. The study focusses on dual challenges of sustainable construction and effective waste management, by incorporating aluminum dross-a byproduct of the aluminum industry as a partial replacement for cement in reinforced concrete beams. Firstly, the cubes are casted with varying % of aluminum dross by the weight of cement. The cement has been replaced with aluminum dross in finely powdered form by its weight varying from 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25% and 30%. A series of experiments were conducted to find the range of optimum replacement levels. In that range, reinforced cement concrete beams are casted, again series of experiments were conducted to obtain optimum replacement % and finite element modelling were made to evaluate the shear performance and to validate the result. The results reveal that a 10% replacement of cement with aluminum dross yields the optimum performance, showing improved mechanical strength compared to the control mix. Beyond this dosage, a decline in strength was observed. The results from experiments shows significant improvement in shear strength or shear capacity till optimum replacement levels beyond which shear performance declines. Incorporating aluminum dross not only improves mechanical properties but also reduces cement usage, focusing on sustainability goals. The study demonstrates that aluminum dross can be effectively utilized as a sustainable alternative in cementitious materials, contributing to both environmental protection and economic benefits.
Modelling and analysis of strength and durability properties of internal curing concrete using PEG 400 and artificial neural network Sowjanya Gowdra Virupakshappa, Anadinni Shrishail Basappa, Mahadevaiah Thimmarayappa, Channa Keshava Naik Narayana, Abdulrajak Buradi, Addisu Frinjo Emma Discover Sustainability, 2024 The traditional curing processes necessitate a large amount of water. This is especially difficult in locations where there is a lack of water and for construction of high-rise structures. In this research article, we provide a remedy by inventing concrete that will not require additional water for curing. In the present work, polyethylene glycol was utilized as an internal curing agent in varying percentages. The internally cured concrete with polyethylene glycol was cured at ambient conditions, whereas the conventional concrete without polyethylene glycol was kept in water for curing. Fresh and hardened characteristics of concrete with and without polyethylene glycol are compared. The results revealed that 1.5% polyethylene glycol is an optimum percentage where maximum strength and durable properties are achieved. The microstructure of internal curing concrete indicates that the pore sizes are small compared to conventional concrete. The crystallite size is smaller in internal curing compared to conventional concrete mixtures, resulting in an acceleration of the hydration process in concrete with smaller crystallites.Further experimental results are compared with ANN. Predicted results are very close to experimental values.
Development and study of false ceiling panels using pumice and steel square mesh-case of Ethiopia Kumar Shantveerayya, Mahesh Kumar, Yodit Fekadu, Firazzar Mendere, Firazzar Mendere, et al. International Journal of Advanced Technology and Engineering Exploration, 2022 False slab is the underside of the sloped roof truss, also known as false ceiling (FC), suspended ceiling, grid ceiling, drop ceiling (DC). These FC is used for both public and commercial applications within a room. These FC enhances the aesthetic of the interiors of the building and also reduces the volume of the room while in the use of air conditioning (AC). The reduction of ceiling height has its advantage with keeping rooms in cooler at the summer up to 16 0 C and saves electric bill up to 13%, but it's not much effective in movement for ventilation system [1-3]. The major challenging in ceiling panel is to reduce the weight and enhance the acoustic effect. *Author for correspondence In the past, several studies were done on FC panels using different materials such as banana fibers [4], natural sponge fibers, wool fibers [5], polyvinyl acetate[6], sawdust [7], rise husk [7], low density polyethylene, polycarbonate plastics, Palm Kernel Shell [8, 7], egg shell[9], plaster of Paris (POP) (CaSO 4 0.5%H 2 O), gypsum board (CaSO 4 0.2% H 2 O), wood, plastic, fiber glass [10], thermocol [11], polyester fiber[12, 11], acrylic and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) [6, 13, 14]. Use of wood as ceiling panel has a drawback on moisture absorption due to change in weather condition [15].
A Sustainable Alternative in Brick Manufacturing S G V International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews 5 (11), 4871-4874 , 2024 2024
Modelling and analysis of strength and durability properties of internal curing concrete using PEG 400 and artificial neural network S G V Discover Sustainability , 2024 2024 Citations: 7
Application and validation of internally cured concrete strength characteristics by machine learning GV Sowjanya, SB Anadinni, T Mahadevaiah Materials Today: Proceedings , 2023 2023 Citations: 4
Thermal Analysis of Novel Pebble Absorber Based Solar Thermal Collector SGV al TuijinJishu/JournalofPropulsionTechnology 44, 1157- 1168 , 2023 2023
Experimental Investigation on strength Properties of Polypropylene Fiber with Fly Ash in Concrete SGV Suma T.K Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research 9 (8), 116-123 , 2022 2022
Retaining Wall with Relief Shelves SGV 33. Kavya N International journal of Analytical and Experimental Modal Analysis 14 (7 … , 2022 2022
Development and study of false ceiling panels using pumice and steel square mesh-case of Ethiopia S G V International Journal of Advanced Technology and Engineering Exploration 9 (91) , 2022 2022
Analysis of Tube in Tube Structure Forms with Shear wall and Bracings in Different Soil Conditions SGV Varshini S The International journal of analytical and experimental modal analysis … , 2022 2022
Comparative study on strengthening of concrete using granite waste S G V Materials Today: Proceedings 62, 5317-5322 , 2022 2022 Citations: 21
Numerical Investigation of Cold Formed Steel Beam With and Without stiffener using SIMSOLID SGV Navyashree.P.M International Journal of Analytical and Experimental Modal Analysis 13 (2 … , 2021 2021
Comparative Analysis of T-Beam and Box Girder Bridge for Varying Span Lengths DTVM Meghana K V, G V Sowjanya The International journal of analytical and experimental modal analysis … , 2021 2021
Seismic Response Of Multi-Storey Building With Oblique Columns GVS Sridhara K.S International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology 8 (01) , 2021 2021
Application of Artificial Neural Network in Self Curing Concrete S G V Sambodi UGC Care journal 43 , 2020 2020
Navyashree P.M, Sowjanya G.V ACFSR Paper International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology 8 (Issue 14) , 2020 2020
Review Paper on Comparative Analysis of T-Beam Bridge and Box Girder Bridge DTVM Meghana K V, G V Sowjanya International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) 8 (Issue 14) , 2020 2020
Analysis of Cold Formed Steel Sections PM Navyashree, GV Sowjanya, TV Mallesh Paper-International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) 8 (14) , 2020 2020 Citations: 3
Review paper on comparative analysis of t–beam bridge and box girder bridge KV Meghana, GV Sowjanya, TV Mallesh International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology 8, 128-129 , 2020 2020 Citations: 4
Static and Dynamic Behaviour of Post Tensioned Skew Bridges by using FEM Techniques SGV Dinesh H J International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology 6 (08) , 2019 2019
MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Comparative study on strengthening of concrete using granite waste S G V Materials Today: Proceedings 62, 5317-5322 , 2022 2022 Citations: 21
Static & Dynamic Analysis of Transmission Line Towers under Seismic Loads SGV Siddhu Karthik C S International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) 4 (08), 29-33 , 2015 2015 Citations: 11
Modelling and analysis of strength and durability properties of internal curing concrete using PEG 400 and artificial neural network S G V Discover Sustainability , 2024 2024 Citations: 7
Behaviour of Plate Grids with Flat web & Corrugated Web SGV Sachin K G International Journal of Civil & Structural Engineering Research 2 (01 … , 2014 2014 Citations: 6
Application and validation of internally cured concrete strength characteristics by machine learning GV Sowjanya, SB Anadinni, T Mahadevaiah Materials Today: Proceedings , 2023 2023 Citations: 4
Review paper on comparative analysis of t–beam bridge and box girder bridge KV Meghana, GV Sowjanya, TV Mallesh International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology 8, 128-129 , 2020 2020 Citations: 4
Comparison of Seismic Behaviour of a Typical Multi Storey Structure with Composite Columns and Steel Columns SGV Asha B R International Journal of Civil & Structural Engineering Research 3 (01) , 2015 2015 Citations: 4
Stability Analysis of Rigid Steel Frames with and without Bracing Systems Under the Effects of Seismic and Wind Loads GVS Hussain Imran K M International Journal of Civil & Structural Engineering Research 2 (01 … , 2014 2014 Citations: 4
Seismic performance of friction pendulum bearing by considering storey drift and lateral displacement V Bhagavan, GV Sowjanya, C Kumar, SK DS International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology 3 (08), 249-254 , 2014 2014 Citations: 4
Analysis of Cold Formed Steel Sections PM Navyashree, GV Sowjanya, TV Mallesh Paper-International Journal of Engineering Research & Technology (IJERT) 8 (14) , 2020 2020 Citations: 3
A Literature Review on Internal Curing of Concrete TM Sowjanya G V, S B Annadini International Journal of Engineering Applied Sciences and Technology 4 … , 2019 2019 Citations: 3
“ Buckling Strength and Bending Performance of Plate Grids with Flat web & Corrugated Web SGV Sachin K G International Journal of Civil & Structural Engineering Research 2 (02), 1-11 , 2015 2015 Citations: 3
Behaviour of Masonry Walls Under Combined Compression and Shear Loading: 3D Failure Analysis TS Sahana, RM Raveesh, GV Sowjanya Procedia Structural Integrity 70, 67-73 , 2025 2025
A Sustainable Alternative in Brick Manufacturing S G V International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews 5 (11), 4871-4874 , 2024 2024
Thermal Analysis of Novel Pebble Absorber Based Solar Thermal Collector SGV al TuijinJishu/JournalofPropulsionTechnology 44, 1157- 1168 , 2023 2023
Experimental Investigation on strength Properties of Polypropylene Fiber with Fly Ash in Concrete SGV Suma T.K Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research 9 (8), 116-123 , 2022 2022
Retaining Wall with Relief Shelves SGV 33. Kavya N International journal of Analytical and Experimental Modal Analysis 14 (7 … , 2022 2022
Development and study of false ceiling panels using pumice and steel square mesh-case of Ethiopia S G V International Journal of Advanced Technology and Engineering Exploration 9 (91) , 2022 2022
Analysis of Tube in Tube Structure Forms with Shear wall and Bracings in Different Soil Conditions SGV Varshini S The International journal of analytical and experimental modal analysis … , 2022 2022
