Collapse Analyses as Tool for Checking and Retrofitting of Historic Buildings against Earthquakes

A novel approach is presented for retrofitting and reconstruction of cultural heritage buildings based on collapse analysis. The computer models are carried out through LS-DYNA code, where the combined finite/ discrete element method is adopted. The approach is applied for two rooms in Sistan’s house in Bam citadel which collapsed under the earthquake of 2003. The proposed methodology used to verify the retrofitting measures that implemented into the structure to resist the forthcoming earthquakes. Further experimental investigations are performed to enhance the performance of adobe material under earthquake actions and the determination of the suitable reinforcement materials is achieved.

Keywords:

Adobe masonry , retrofitting , Collapse Analysis