The Charles Bridge is part of the world heritage: such piece of Gothic architecture must be maintained as a remain of history. Urgent attention should be paid to...
Historical timber-framed structures can be found all over the world since ancient times, being able to observe a variety of procedures and construction systems which is adapted to...
Earthen building techniques Nowadays it is estimated that the world population currently living or working in constructions built from raw earth is in the range of 30–40%. Earthen...
Scientific and technical advancements The last decades have brought many important scientific and technical advancements in the study and conservation of historical structures. Clearly regarded as a multidisciplinary activity,...
This thesis of the author Reza Allahvirdizadeh was developed within the framework of SAHC Erasmus Mundus Master Course. Earthen constructions constitute a considerable part of the existing heritage...
The main objective of this thesis of the author Marina Polónia Rios is to evaluate the structural behaviour of shell elements in the Municipal Theatre of Rio de...
Masonry, which has been used for over 10,000 years, constitutes one of the oldest and most widely spread building material. Currently, masonry is still being used in many...
Lime-based grouting is a well-known consolidation technique for ancient masonry. It is efficient because it improves the mechanical characteristics of stone, brick and even, earth masonry walls, while...
Anamnesis, description, examination, diagnosis, therapy Some years ago my doctor asked me what I did. I said that what I did was similar to what he did except...
This pre-Columbian archaeological site is located in the department of La Paz in Bolivia and it's one of the most important symbols of the Inca empire. This unique...
