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masonry units interfaced with mortar, and then providing reinforcing bars as specified and
followed by grouting. Following recommended procedures for all of these facets of con-
struction is important to ensure intended performance of the as-built masonry structures.
Connection between masonry and other structural components, such as ledger beams
or other load-carrying elements that are required to transfer forces through connections, is
accomplished by anchorage. Chapter 10 is devoted to analysis and design of anchorage to
masonry. The discussion in this chapter presents the various limit states that govern design
of bolted connections to masonry.
The examples in each chapter are presented in a comprehensive, step-by-step manner
that is easy to understand. Every step is worked out from first principles. Typical problems
are provided at the ends of Chaps. 4 to 8 and 10 for readers’ practice to develop confidence
in understanding the subject matter.
The appendix provides many helpful tables that make analysis and design of masonry
quick, efficient, and interesting, thus avoiding the drudgery of longhand calculations. Use
of these tables is explained in the many examples presented in this book.
As with any professional book, readers will find many new terms introduced. A glossary
of terms used in this book is provided following the appendix.

Narendra Taly, Ph.D., P.E., F.ASCE