Unreinforced Masonry Walls: An Optimisation Framework

1. Introduction

The reliable performance of unreinforced masonry walls remains a central concern for engineers working in photovoltaic systems throughout the developing world. The proposed procedure couples fast Fourier transforms with established empirical correlations. A saving of 56% in computation time was realised without sacrificing accuracy. These findings provide a rational basis for revising current design practice in the region.

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2. Materials and Methods

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3. Results and Discussion

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4. Conclusion

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