In Situ Assessment Of Structural Timber

Author : Bohumil Kasal,Thomas Tannert
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789400705609

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In Situ Assessment of Structural Timber by Bohumil Kasal,Thomas Tannert Pdf

Wood is one of the most intriguing structural materials and the only one that is truly renewable. Along with stone, wood is the oldest structural material on the planet and has been extensively used throughout human history. Due to its aesthetical value and positive environmental impact, wood has experienced a renaissance in construction. As a biodegradable, hygroscopic, non-isotropic material, wood presents special challenges for a professional and requires through knowledge ranging from biology to continuum mechanics. This state-of-the-art report reflects the current knowledge in the area of in situ assessment of the physical and mechanical properties of wood structures. Nondestructive, semi-destructive and destructive methods are described in a systematic manner where technology, equipment and limitations are discussed. Some of the discussed methods are used in other materials such as masonry and concrete. Most of the methods, however, are specific to wood and special qualifications are required to understand and apply these methods effectively. Existing methods are constantly improved and new methods are being developed. This report includes methods that are used in practice or have shown significant promise and have a body of knowledge that supports statements made in this report. This is a useable tool for professionals, researchers, educators and students

Author : Maurizio Piazza,Mariapaola Riggio
Publisher : Trans Tech Publications Ltd
Page : 1140 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-09-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783038261933

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Structural Health Assessment of Timber Structures by Maurizio Piazza,Mariapaola Riggio Pdf

Selected, peer reviewed papers from the 2nd International Conference on Structural Health Assessment of Timber Structures (SHATIS 13), September 4-6, 2013, Trento, Italy

Author : Tim Reynolds,Chris Holland
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Timber
ISBN : OCLC:729740120

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Assessment of Timber Structures by Tim Reynolds,Chris Holland Pdf

Author : Koen Van Balen,Els Verstrynge
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 4200 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781317206613

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Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions: Anamnesis, Diagnosis, Therapy, Controls by Koen Van Balen,Els Verstrynge Pdf

Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions. Anamnesis, diagnosis, therapy, controls contains the papers presented at the 10th International Conference on Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions (SAHC2016, Leuven, Belgium, 13-15 September 2016). The main theme of the book is “Anamnesis, Diagnosis, Therapy, Controls”, which emphasizes the importance of all steps of a restoration process in order to obtain a thorough understanding of the structural behaviour of built cultural heritage. The contributions cover every aspect of the structural analysis of historical constructions, such as material characterization, structural modelling, static and dynamic monitoring, non-destructive techniques for on-site investigation, seismic behaviour, rehabilitation, traditional and innovative repair techniques, and case studies. A special focus has been put on six specific themes: - Innovation and heritage - Preventive conservation - Computational strategies for heritage structures - Sustainable strengthening of masonry with composites - Values and sustainability, and - Subsoil interaction The knowledge, insights and ideas in Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions. Anamnesis, diagnosis, therapy, controls make this book of abstracts and the corresponding, digital full-colour conference proceedings containing the full papers must-have literature for researchers and practitioners involved in the structural analysis of historical constructions.

Author : Antonia Moropoulou,Manolis Korres,Andreas Georgopoulos,Constantine Spyrakos,Charalambos Mouzakis
Publisher : Springer
Page : 497 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2019-02-20
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030129606

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Transdisciplinary Multispectral Modeling and Cooperation for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage by Antonia Moropoulou,Manolis Korres,Andreas Georgopoulos,Constantine Spyrakos,Charalambos Mouzakis Pdf

This two-volume set CCIS 961 and 962 constitutes the refereed post-conference proceedings of the First International Conference on Transdisciplinary Multispectral Modeling and Cooperation for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage, TMM_CH 2018, held in Athens, Greece, in October 2018. 73 revised full papers of 237 submissions are included in these volumes. The papers of the first volume are organized in the following topical sections: the project of the rehabilitation of Holy Sepulchre’s Holy Aedicule as a pilot multispectral, multidimensional, novel approach through transdisciplinary and cooperation in the protection of monuments; digital heritage; novel educational approach for the preservation of monuments; resilience to climate change and natural hazards; conserving sustainably the materiality of structures and architectural authenticity; and interdisciplinary preservation and management of cultural heritage. And the papers of the second volume are organized in the following topical sections: sustainable preservation and management lessons learnt on emblematic monuments; cross-discipline earthquake protection and structural assessment of monuments; cultural heritage and pilgrimage tourism; reuse, circular economy and social participation as a leverage for the sustainable preservation and management of historic cities; inception – inclusive cultural heritage in Europe through 3D semantic modelling; heritage at risk; and advanced and non-destructive techniques for diagnosis, design and monitoring.

Author : Jorge Branco,Philipp Dietsch,Thomas Tannert
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-04-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030677947

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Reinforcement of Timber Elements in Existing Structures by Jorge Branco,Philipp Dietsch,Thomas Tannert Pdf

By presenting the work of the RILEM Technical Committee 245-RTE, the book provides an overview of the existing techniques for the reinforcement of timber elements, joints and structures. It consists of two parts: part I examines state-of-the-art information on reinforcement techniques, summarizes the current status of standardization, and covers STS, GiR, FRP and nanotechnology. In part II several applications of reinforcement are discussed: these include traditional structures, traditional timber frame walls, light-frame shear walls, roofs, floors, and carpentry joints. The book will benefit academics, practitioners, industry and standardization committees interested in the reinforcement of existing timber elements, joints and structures.

Author : José C. Matos,Paulo B. Lourenço,Daniel V. Oliveira,Jorge Branco,Dirk Proske,Rui A. Silva,Hélder S. Sousa
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 855 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2021-05-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030736163

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18th International Probabilistic Workshop by José C. Matos,Paulo B. Lourenço,Daniel V. Oliveira,Jorge Branco,Dirk Proske,Rui A. Silva,Hélder S. Sousa Pdf

This volume presents the proceedings of the 18th International Probabilistic Workshop (IPW), which was held in Guimarães, Portugal in May 2021. Probabilistic methods are currently of crucial importance for research and developments in the field of engineering, which face challenges presented by new materials and technologies and rapidly changing societal needs and values. Contemporary needs related to, for example, performance-based design, service-life design, life-cycle analysis, product optimization, assessment of existing structures and structural robustness give rise to new developments as well as accurate and practically applicable probabilistic and statistical engineering methods to support these developments. These proceedings are a valuable resource for anyone interested in contemporary developments in the field of probabilistic engineering applications.

Author : Fabio Bianconi,Marco Filippucci
Publisher : Springer
Page : 1525 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030036768

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Digital Wood Design by Fabio Bianconi,Marco Filippucci Pdf

This book explores various digital representation strategies that could change the future of wooden architectures by blending tradition and innovation. Composed of 61 chapters, written by 153 authors hailing from 5 continents, 24 countries and 69 research centers, it addresses advanced digital modeling, with a particular focus on solutions involving generative models and dynamic value, inherent to the relation between knowing how to draw and how to build. Thanks to the potential of computing, areas like parametric design and digital manufacturing are opening exciting new avenues for the future of construction. The book’s chapters are divided into five sections that connect digital wood design to integrated approaches and generative design; to model synthesis and morphological comprehension; to lessons learned from nature and material explorations; to constructive wisdom and implementation-related challenges; and to parametric transfigurations and morphological optimizations.

Author : Helena Cruz,José Saporiti Machado,Alfredo Campos Costa,Paulo Xavier Candeias,Nicola Ruggieri,José Manuel Catarino
Publisher : Springer
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-29
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319394923

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Historical Earthquake-Resistant Timber Framing in the Mediterranean Area by Helena Cruz,José Saporiti Machado,Alfredo Campos Costa,Paulo Xavier Candeias,Nicola Ruggieri,José Manuel Catarino Pdf

This book presents a selection of the best papers from the HEaRT 2015 conference, held in Lisbon, Portugal, which provided a valuable forum for engineers and architects, researchers and educators to exchange views and findings concerning the technological history, construction features and seismic behavior of historical timber-framed walls in the Mediterranean countries. The topics covered are wide ranging and include historical aspects and examples of the use of timber-framed construction systems in response to earthquakes, such as the gaiola system in Portugal and the Bourbon system in southern Italy; interpretation of the response of timber-framed walls to seismic actions based on calculations and experimental tests; assessment of the effectiveness of repair and strengthening techniques, e.g., using aramid fiber wires or sheets; and modelling analyses. In addition, on the basis of case studies, a methodology is presented that is applicable to diagnosis, strengthening and improvement of seismic performance and is compatible with modern theoretical principles and conservation criteria. It is hoped that, by contributing to the knowledge of this construction technique, the book will help to promote conservation of this important component of Europe’s architectural heritage.

Author : Krzysztof Schabowicz
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783039216901

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Non-destructive Testing of Materials in Civil Engineering by Krzysztof Schabowicz Pdf

This book was proposed and organized as a means to present recent developments in the field of nondestructive testing of materials in civil engineering. For this reason, the articles highlighted in this editorial relate to different aspects of nondestructive testing of different materials in civil engineering—from building materials to building structures. The current trend in the development of nondestructive testing of materials in civil engineering is mainly concerned with the detection of flaws and defects in concrete elements and structures, and acoustic methods predominate in this field. As in medicine, the trend is towards designing test equipment that allows one to obtain a picture of the inside of the tested element and materials. From this point of view, interesting results with significance for building practices have been obtained

Author : Rafael Aguilar,Daniel Torrealva,Susana Moreira,Miguel A. Pando,Luis F. Ramos
Publisher : Springer
Page : 2518 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2018-08-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319994413

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Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions by Rafael Aguilar,Daniel Torrealva,Susana Moreira,Miguel A. Pando,Luis F. Ramos Pdf

This volume contains the proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions (SAHC) that was held in Cusco, Peru in 2018. It disseminates recent advances in the areas related to the structural analysis of historical and archaeological constructions. The challenges faced in this field show that accuracy and robustness of results rely heavily on an interdisciplinary approach, where different areas of expertise from managers, practitioners, and scientists work together. Bearing this in mind, SAHC 2018 stimulated discussion on the new knowledge developed in the different disciplines involved in analysis, conservation, retrofit, and management of existing constructions. This book is organized according to the following topics: assessment and intervention of archaeological heritage, history of construction and building technology, advances in inspection and NDT, innovations in field and laboratory testing applied to historical construction and heritage, new technologies and techniques, risk and vulnerability assessments of heritage for multiple types of hazards, repair, strengthening, and retrofit of historical structures, numerical modeling and structural analysis, structural health monitoring, durability and sustainability, management and conservation strategies for heritage structures, and interdisciplinary projects and case studies. This volume holds particular interest for all the community interested in the challenging task of preserving existing constructions, enable great opportunities, and also uncover new challenges in the field of structural analysis of historical and archeological constructions.

Author : Standards Australia (Organization)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:757742873

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Characterization of Structural Timber by Standards Australia (Organization) Pdf

Author : Yohei Endo,Toshikazu Hanazato
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1474 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2023-09-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031396038

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Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions by Yohei Endo,Toshikazu Hanazato Pdf

This book gathers the peer-reviewed papers presented at the 13th International Conference on Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions (SAHC), held in Kyoto, Japan, on September 12-15, 2023. It highlights the latest advances and innovations in the field of conservation and restoration of historical and heritage structures. The conference topics encompass history of construction and building technology, theory and practice of conservation, inspection methods, non-destructive techniques and laboratory testing, numerical modeling and structural analysis, management of heritage structures and conservation strategies, structural health monitoring, repair and strengthening strategies and techniques, vernacular constructions, seismic analysis and retrofit, vulnerability and risk analysis, resilience of historic areas to climate change and hazard events, durability, and sustainability. As such the book represents an invaluable, up-to-the-minute tool, providing an essential overview of conservation of historical constructions, and offers an important platform to engineers, architects, archeologists, and geophysicists. Chapter Guidelines for Seismic Retrofitting of Earthen Historic Buildings in Peru and Latin America is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Author : Simon Aicher,H.-W. Reinhardt,Harald Garrecht
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 839 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789400778115

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Materials and Joints in Timber Structures by Simon Aicher,H.-W. Reinhardt,Harald Garrecht Pdf

This book contains the contributions from the RILEM International Symposium on Materials and Joints in Timber Structures that was held in Stuttgart, Germany from October 8 to 10, 2013. It covers recent developments in the materials and the joints used in modern timber structures. Regarding basic wooden materials, the contributions highlight the widened spectrum of products comprising cross-laminated timber, glulam and LVL from hardwoods and block glued elements. Timber concrete compounds, cement bonded wood composites and innovative light-weight constructions represent increasingly employed alternatives for floors, bridges and facades. With regard to jointing technologies, considerable advances in both mechanical connections and glued joints are presented. Self-tapping screws have created unprecedented options for reliable, strong as well as ductile joints and reinforcement technologies. Regarding adhesives, which constitute the basis of the jointing/laminating technology of modern timber products, extended options for tailor-made bonding solutions have to be stated. Apart from melamine-urea and phenolic-resorcinol adhesives, one-component-polyurethanes, emulsion isocyanate polymers and epoxies offer a wide range of possibilities. The contributions dealing with experimental and numerical investigations on static, cyclic and seismic behavior of structures clearly reveal the enhanced potential of modern timber construction for reliable and sustainable buildings and bridges of the new millennium. The book is structured in nine thematic areas, being I) Structures II) Mechanical Connections III) Glued Joints and Adhesives IV) Timber and Concrete/Cement/Polymer Composites V) Cyclic, Seismic Behavior VI) Hardwood, Modified Wood and Bamboo VII) Cross-Laminated Timber VIII) Properties and Testing of Wood IX) Glulam

Author : Robby Caspeele,Luc Taerwe,Dan M. Frangopol
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351857567

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Life Cycle Analysis and Assessment in Civil Engineering: Towards an Integrated Vision by Robby Caspeele,Luc Taerwe,Dan M. Frangopol Pdf

This volume contains the papers presented at IALCCE2018, the Sixth International Symposium on Life-Cycle Civil Engineering (IALCCE2018), held in Ghent, Belgium, October 28-31, 2018. It consists of a book of extended abstracts and a USB device with full papers including the Fazlur R. Khan lecture, 8 keynote lectures, and 390 technical papers from all over the world. Contributions relate to design, inspection, assessment, maintenance or optimization in the framework of life-cycle analysis of civil engineering structures and infrastructure systems. Life-cycle aspects that are developed and discussed range from structural safety and durability to sustainability, serviceability, robustness and resilience. Applications relate to buildings, bridges and viaducts, highways and runways, tunnels and underground structures, off-shore and marine structures, dams and hydraulic structures, prefabricated design, infrastructure systems, etc. During the IALCCE2018 conference a particular focus is put on the cross-fertilization between different sub-areas of expertise and the development of an overall vision for life-cycle analysis in civil engineering. The aim of the editors is to provide a valuable source of cutting edge information for anyone interested in life-cycle analysis and assessment in civil engineering, including researchers, practising engineers, consultants, contractors, decision makers and representatives from local authorities.