Tag: URM

  • URM UnReinforced Masonry Building

    URM UnReinforced Masonry Building

    Unreinforced masonry buildings (URM buildings) are structures made from bricks, stones, concrete blocks, or other masonry units that are not reinforced with steel bars (rebar) or other forms of internal support. These buildings rely solely on the weight of the masonry units and the mortar that binds them together for structural integrity. Key characteristics of…