The influence of deterioration on the lifetime of timber structures

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Abstract

The influence of cracks and decay on the strength of historic timber structures was studied. A damage model from literature with parameters derived from time to failure analysis of timber and timber joints, was combined with strength reduction models as a results of decay. Practical examples dealing with cracked beams and with the residual lifetime of decayed piles, were presented. The results show that when structures are found with decay, either active or inactive, the model can be used to analyze the effectiveness of different measures that can be taken, and the influence of the future use of the structure.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationStructural Studies, Repairs, and Maintenance of Heritage Architecture, VIII
EditorsC.A. Brebbia
Pages419-428
Number of pages10
StatePublished - 2003
Externally publishedYes
EventEighth International Conference on Structural Studies, Repairs, and Maintenance of Heritage Architecture, STREMAH VIII - Halkidiki, Greece
Duration: 7 May 20039 May 2003

Publication series

NameAdvances in Architecture
Volume15

Conference

ConferenceEighth International Conference on Structural Studies, Repairs, and Maintenance of Heritage Architecture, STREMAH VIII
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityHalkidiki
Period7/05/039/05/03

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