Structural aspects in the reconstruction of historic timber structures

Title: Structural aspects in the reconstruction of historic timber structures
Author(s): J. Kanócz
Paper category : conference
Book title: RILEM/NSF International Engineering Research and Education Workshop "In-situ Evaluation of Masonry and Wood Historic Structures: Challenges and Opportunities"
Editor(s): B. Kasal, R. Anthony and M. Drdacky
Print-ISBN: None
e-ISBN: 978-2-35158-068-4
Publisher: RILEM Publications SARL
Publication year: 2009
Pages: 87 - 91
Total Pages: 5
Nb references: 5
Language: English

Abstract: This paper describes several important aspects of the design process of reconstruction historic timber roof bearing structures. During this process, two main fields of activities are performed. One is oriented to investigate the wood as a structural material from several points of view. The second is oriented to analyze structural aspects. The primary purpose of these activities is to gain sufficient information and knowledge in order for designers to protect historic timber structures to the maximum extent possible during the process of reconstruction.
Three reconstructed historic roof frame projects that were realized in the historic part of the City of Kosice in Slovakia are presented here. It is feasible to modify existing timber roof frames for new uses with minimal loss of the original structural members

Online publication: 2009-06-03
Publication type : full_text
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