During the Northern Warlord Period(1912–1928),the construction industry in Shanghai underwent robust development.As an integral element of buildings,equipment served both functional purposes and stood witness to the ...During the Northern Warlord Period(1912–1928),the construction industry in Shanghai underwent robust development.As an integral element of buildings,equipment served both functional purposes and stood witness to the evolution of the economy and society,thus earning its place as part of the architectural heritage.However,due to various reasons,there are many loopholes in the protection of these building equipment.This paper examines the development of building equipment in Shanghai during the Northern Warlord Period,using water supply,drainage,and heating,ventilation,and air conditioning(HVAC)systems as examples.Through historical context analysis,it summarizes this development from a social-spatial perspective,infers the reasons behind it,and analyzes the importance of preserving such equipment,considering both past and present viewpoints.In this research,the importance of protecting historical building equipment is emphasized,which aims to give people a deeper understanding of their cultural value,and suggests that scholars conduct more practical research on their protection.展开更多
This paper aims to discuss the concept of reuse as a preservation practice for historic buildings.One of the inherent characteristics of architecture is use.It is among the necessary conditions for its preservation.Th...This paper aims to discuss the concept of reuse as a preservation practice for historic buildings.One of the inherent characteristics of architecture is use.It is among the necessary conditions for its preservation.Thus,considering cultural assets and the architectural heritage of different historical moments,currently recognized as depository of artistic,social and memory values,worthy of being preserved,the issue of reuse assumes relationships that go beyond pragmatic aspects to become a cultural matter.To this end,it can be observed the debate about the reuse of heritage buildings has been gaining prominence in the academic and technical sphere of construction.In May 2018,the 5th International Forum on Architectural Heritage Brazil-Portugal(FIPA)took place in the city of Rio de Janeiro,Brazil.This event had as a study dimension the reuse while a preservationist practice.That is why the methodology used to structure this text is bibliometrics,in other words,this study was based on papers presented at the event in direct dialogue with the concept under analysis.In this context,it is observed the attribution of a new use,compatible with the characteristics of pre-existing structures,which becomes an important preservation tool.展开更多
The primary focus of the study is to assess and classify the damage in the old Benghazi City.Specifically,it aims to evaluate buildings within a designated area,which is bordered by Umar Ibn Al-Aas Street to the south...The primary focus of the study is to assess and classify the damage in the old Benghazi City.Specifically,it aims to evaluate buildings within a designated area,which is bordered by Umar Ibn Al-Aas Street to the south,Omar Al-Mukhtar Street to the north,Ben Issa Street to the east,and the extension of Gamal Abdel Nasser Street to the west.The main objective is to gather valuable insights and data that can support effective rehabilitation or reconstruction efforts.By comprehending the extent of the damage and categorizing it accordingly,the study seeks to provide essential information for decision-making processes and determine the most appropriate approach for restoration.The ultimate aim is to ensure the safe return of residents to the affected area.In addition to this,the restoration process aims to preserve and revitalize the city’s religious,historical,and distinctive features.This includes safeguarding religious structures,landmarks,and elements that contribute to the city’s unique identity.To achieve this,the study proposes separate rehabilitation schemes tailored for ordinary buildings and historic buildings.展开更多
In order to fully practice the spirit of the 19th CPC National Congress,enhance the protection and inheritance of cultural heritage,and fully exert the utilization value of historic building,the Ministry of Housing an...In order to fully practice the spirit of the 19th CPC National Congress,enhance the protection and inheritance of cultural heritage,and fully exert the utilization value of historic building,the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development(MOHURD)recently released the list of the first group of pilot cities for historic building protection,which include:Beijing,Guangzhou,Suzhou,Yangzhou,展开更多
This paper summarized concept and role of urban public space, highlighted its role in emotional exchange, cultural exchange, and business communication, and the significance of showing inside image of the city in term...This paper summarized concept and role of urban public space, highlighted its role in emotional exchange, cultural exchange, and business communication, and the significance of showing inside image of the city in terms of morality and residents' quality. Combining with design of historical and cultural buildings, the paper explored the forms of historical and cultural buildings in urban public spaces from the perspectives of administration square, religious square, cultural square and commercial street, so as to design "human-concerned" urban public spaces that meet human needs and reflect personality of the city.展开更多
There are a large number of historic buildings which were mainly made of blue-brick masonry in today’s world.However,for the natural and man-made reasons,these historic buildings have been damaged in different degree...There are a large number of historic buildings which were mainly made of blue-brick masonry in today’s world.However,for the natural and man-made reasons,these historic buildings have been damaged in different degrees.In order to protect historic buildings more scientifically and learn about the preservation state of existing historic buildings,it is necessary to ascertain the material properties of blue brick in historic buildings.The article takes the blue bricks of historical buildings in Kaifeng area of the Central Plains as an example to study.Through the analysis of physical properties,X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy,X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy of blue brick specimens,the physical properties such as the apparent density,moisture content,porosity,and material structure composition are understood.The results show that the apparent density of blue brick is 1.64 g/cm^(3),the moisture content is 10.23%,the 24 h atmospheric water absorption is 17.86%,and the porosity is 20.99%.The smaller the apparent density is,the larger the porosity is,and the water absorption performance is better.From the microscopic point of view,bonding ability between blue brick mineral particles is relatively weak.The pores between skeletons are large and the pore structure is obvious.From the perspective of material phase,the elements of blue brick are mainly O,Si,Al,Fe,and the composition of blue brick is mainly composed of quartz and feldspar.The softening coefficient of blue brick is 0.80,and the deformation and stability of the structure should be paid special attention in the rainy season or wet environment.Through the frost test,there are salt substances in the internal pores of the brick,and the surface of the blue brick is eroded and pulverized.In this paper,the experimental process and analysis methods for testing the material properties of blue brick can provide reference for the research on the material properties of the same kind of blue-brick masonry in historic buildings and masonry relics.The relevant material property parameters obtained in this paper can provide guidance for making protection schemes and scientific repairs for historic buildings in Central China,enrich the evaluation criteria for maintaining and reinforcing historic buildings,and provide theoretical support for studying the damage and health detection technology related to historic buildings.展开更多
In this study,the methodology and results of ambient vibration-based investigations of the historical Tash Mosque in Kosovo and a 3-story historical building in Bulgaria are presented.The investi gations include full-...In this study,the methodology and results of ambient vibration-based investigations of the historical Tash Mosque in Kosovo and a 3-story historical building in Bulgaria are presented.The investi gations include full-scale in situ testing of both structures due to ambient vibrations induced by micro-seismic,wind,traffic,and other human activities.To this aim,Ranger seismometers and Kinemetric products were used.Measurements were performed in both horizontal directions in several points along the structures'height utilizing a high-speed data acquisition device.All recorded data have been analyzed and processed by the software developed at IZIIS,and then the processed data were used as input for modal analysis.The basic assumption is that the excitation can be considered as a stationary random process to have a relatively flat spectrum.The paper clearly describes the procedure used for investigations and presents the dynamic properties of the whole structures.The inv estigated structures are both historical buildings and defined as architectural heritage and the outcome of this study including the natural vibration frequencies and mode shapes)can be very benefi-cial for the verification stage of the analytical/numerical models for future retro-fiting/rehabilitation schemes.展开更多
Historic block records the historic development and changes of a city,contains rich cultural resources,and is an important product in the process of urban development.Historic block of Zhongshan Road has a long histor...Historic block records the historic development and changes of a city,contains rich cultural resources,and is an important product in the process of urban development.Historic block of Zhongshan Road has a long history,so there are many historical buildings with local characteristics and traditional style of commercial market,and it is an important window of refl ecting characteristics and regional culture of Quanzhou ancient city.However in long-period development process,historic buildings and blocks in the block along Zhongshan Road of Quanzhou City were destroyed.We initially study how to rationally develop and protect these precious historic and cultural relics,and the methods,principles and countermeasures of protection are put forward.展开更多
Two case studies,referring to historic Italian buildings housing city halls,provide an opportunity to investigate the design of non-standard elements aimed at protecting masonry vaults,with particular reference to the...Two case studies,referring to historic Italian buildings housing city halls,provide an opportunity to investigate the design of non-standard elements aimed at protecting masonry vaults,with particular reference to the preliminary works prior to the actual structural restoration work.There is in fact a phase in which it is a priority to secure the vault to avert possible risks to the users of that portion of the building.This phase is temporarily intermediate between the detection and aggravation of injuries and the renovation and consolidation project.Although these are provisional works,they are intended for buildings that are often public and therefore intended for a wide range of users,such as schools,offices or monumental buildings.In analyzing traditional techniques and systems used in similar cases,the possibility of developing evolutionary aspects with respect to,above all,simple shoring techniques emerged.In these areas,hybrids between a structural and architectural project,it is possible to reconcile static requirements with architectural techniques of space management,attentive to the quality of the interior and the integration of the provisional work with the reference context.展开更多
Train-induced vibration exhibits a potential dynamic impact on historic buildings and especially on those with high historical and cultural value.Under the long-term reciprocating load of train vibrations,structural f...Train-induced vibration exhibits a potential dynamic impact on historic buildings and especially on those with high historical and cultural value.Under the long-term reciprocating load of train vibrations,structural fatigue damage can occur,and thus,a significant problem involves effectively evaluating and mitigating vibration impact on historic buildings while developing a rail transit system.In the present study,train-induced vibration impact and dynamic behavior of Probhutaratna pagoda in the suburb of Beijing,which has a history of approximately 1000 years,was investigated.To examine the dynamic behavior of the Probhutaratna pagoda and determine the weakest position in its architectural damage under train loads,its dynamic characteristics were measured.The free vibration modes were identified based on the dynamic measurement results.Subsequently,a finite element(FE)model of the Probhutaratna pagoda was constructed and the models and train-induced structural responses were compared with measured results.Finally,the structural dynamic responses to moving train loads were analyzed in detail.The results indicate the following conclusions.(1)The dominant frequency of the ambient vibration is below 4 Hz,and the dominant frequency of the train-induced vibration is between 8 and 16 Hz.(2)The first,second,and third order natural frequencies are 1,3.25,and 6 Hz,respectively,in the west-east direction,and are 1,3.25,and 6.25 Hz,respectively,in the north-south direction.(3)The two weakest locations(A and B)of the Probhutaratna pagoda are observed at the spire bottom and west gate of the first floor.At location A,the maximum principal stress reached 243.6 N/m^2 and the corresponding maximum tensile strain reached 3.74×10^-7.展开更多
This research presents a holistic approach to the protection of historical building group adjacent to metro line construction,in which health investigation,protection criterion determining,numerical simulation analyse...This research presents a holistic approach to the protection of historical building group adjacent to metro line construction,in which health investigation,protection criterion determining,numerical simulation analyses,corresponding protection measures and field monitoring analyses are incorporated as main procedures.A case relating to the conservation of a seven-storey brick-wood pagoda,Longhua Pagoda,adjacent to the construction of Shanghai Metro Lines 11 and 12 in China,is presented.A reasonable protection criterion is determined rationally by means of numerical simulation based on the health investigation results combined with related standards,which can help to achieve a fine balance between system safety and cost constraints in protection measures determining.A full numerical model is developed to analyze the effect of dewatering,excavation,tunneling,and shield departure/reception,and corresponding measures are adopted to ensure the safety of the pagoda.Especially a brand new method,steel jacket method,is introduced in detail,which has a good performance on decreasing the amount of dewatering and maintaining a stable working face.Results demonstrate the application potential of the proposed approach,as well as its feasibility.The proposed approach can be used in the industry by practitioners to provide positive guidelines on the conservation of historical building group against metro line constructions.The reliable and detailed data in this case can also provide verification for subsequent research.展开更多
The relationship between the old and the new is a specific theme of architecture that bears witness not so much to the original appearance of the old but to its enduring meaning in historic Italian and European cities...The relationship between the old and the new is a specific theme of architecture that bears witness not so much to the original appearance of the old but to its enduring meaning in historic Italian and European cities.The complex palimpsest of signs,memories,and overwriting that time has layered on built forms opens questions of meaning that can be untangled only in the relationship between history,site and design.The investigation of structural characters of places and their relationships with cultural assets and heritage provides a layered set of readings,which is itself the forerun of an urban landscape design action.Beyond preserving the integrity of the material traces,there can only be the new.The test bench is therefore the project as a cognitive act around which to build‘case by case’the strategies for recovering urban identity.The series of projects for Cesano Maderno old town,north of Milan,exemplifies a design-led approach to the built heritage and historic urban landscape in which reading tools,conservation and design are shown in their mutual relationship.In this dialectic between the old and the new,the design is part of the architecture of time where the new,working through light reversible overwriting and measured grafting,becomes a further layer in the historical palimpsest and the authentic form of its enhancement and reuse.Integrating project strategies-from pure conservation to new architectural grafting,from reuse to overwriting-the sequence of designs give shape to a‘regenerative structure’that enhances as a system and for public use a set of introverted Baroque buildings and spaces along a historical promenade,re-centring the city around its brownfield core.展开更多
文摘During the Northern Warlord Period(1912–1928),the construction industry in Shanghai underwent robust development.As an integral element of buildings,equipment served both functional purposes and stood witness to the evolution of the economy and society,thus earning its place as part of the architectural heritage.However,due to various reasons,there are many loopholes in the protection of these building equipment.This paper examines the development of building equipment in Shanghai during the Northern Warlord Period,using water supply,drainage,and heating,ventilation,and air conditioning(HVAC)systems as examples.Through historical context analysis,it summarizes this development from a social-spatial perspective,infers the reasons behind it,and analyzes the importance of preserving such equipment,considering both past and present viewpoints.In this research,the importance of protecting historical building equipment is emphasized,which aims to give people a deeper understanding of their cultural value,and suggests that scholars conduct more practical research on their protection.
文摘This paper aims to discuss the concept of reuse as a preservation practice for historic buildings.One of the inherent characteristics of architecture is use.It is among the necessary conditions for its preservation.Thus,considering cultural assets and the architectural heritage of different historical moments,currently recognized as depository of artistic,social and memory values,worthy of being preserved,the issue of reuse assumes relationships that go beyond pragmatic aspects to become a cultural matter.To this end,it can be observed the debate about the reuse of heritage buildings has been gaining prominence in the academic and technical sphere of construction.In May 2018,the 5th International Forum on Architectural Heritage Brazil-Portugal(FIPA)took place in the city of Rio de Janeiro,Brazil.This event had as a study dimension the reuse while a preservationist practice.That is why the methodology used to structure this text is bibliometrics,in other words,this study was based on papers presented at the event in direct dialogue with the concept under analysis.In this context,it is observed the attribution of a new use,compatible with the characteristics of pre-existing structures,which becomes an important preservation tool.
文摘The primary focus of the study is to assess and classify the damage in the old Benghazi City.Specifically,it aims to evaluate buildings within a designated area,which is bordered by Umar Ibn Al-Aas Street to the south,Omar Al-Mukhtar Street to the north,Ben Issa Street to the east,and the extension of Gamal Abdel Nasser Street to the west.The main objective is to gather valuable insights and data that can support effective rehabilitation or reconstruction efforts.By comprehending the extent of the damage and categorizing it accordingly,the study seeks to provide essential information for decision-making processes and determine the most appropriate approach for restoration.The ultimate aim is to ensure the safe return of residents to the affected area.In addition to this,the restoration process aims to preserve and revitalize the city’s religious,historical,and distinctive features.This includes safeguarding religious structures,landmarks,and elements that contribute to the city’s unique identity.To achieve this,the study proposes separate rehabilitation schemes tailored for ordinary buildings and historic buildings.
文摘In order to fully practice the spirit of the 19th CPC National Congress,enhance the protection and inheritance of cultural heritage,and fully exert the utilization value of historic building,the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development(MOHURD)recently released the list of the first group of pilot cities for historic building protection,which include:Beijing,Guangzhou,Suzhou,Yangzhou,
文摘This paper summarized concept and role of urban public space, highlighted its role in emotional exchange, cultural exchange, and business communication, and the significance of showing inside image of the city in terms of morality and residents' quality. Combining with design of historical and cultural buildings, the paper explored the forms of historical and cultural buildings in urban public spaces from the perspectives of administration square, religious square, cultural square and commercial street, so as to design "human-concerned" urban public spaces that meet human needs and reflect personality of the city.
基金The authors would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the financial support by the Science Technology of the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development(No.2018-K9-065)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation Funded Project(No.2018M632805)+1 种基金Key Scientific and Technological Project of Henan Province(No.212102310932)Key Scientific and Technological Project of Kaifeng City(No.2001010).
文摘There are a large number of historic buildings which were mainly made of blue-brick masonry in today’s world.However,for the natural and man-made reasons,these historic buildings have been damaged in different degrees.In order to protect historic buildings more scientifically and learn about the preservation state of existing historic buildings,it is necessary to ascertain the material properties of blue brick in historic buildings.The article takes the blue bricks of historical buildings in Kaifeng area of the Central Plains as an example to study.Through the analysis of physical properties,X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy,X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy of blue brick specimens,the physical properties such as the apparent density,moisture content,porosity,and material structure composition are understood.The results show that the apparent density of blue brick is 1.64 g/cm^(3),the moisture content is 10.23%,the 24 h atmospheric water absorption is 17.86%,and the porosity is 20.99%.The smaller the apparent density is,the larger the porosity is,and the water absorption performance is better.From the microscopic point of view,bonding ability between blue brick mineral particles is relatively weak.The pores between skeletons are large and the pore structure is obvious.From the perspective of material phase,the elements of blue brick are mainly O,Si,Al,Fe,and the composition of blue brick is mainly composed of quartz and feldspar.The softening coefficient of blue brick is 0.80,and the deformation and stability of the structure should be paid special attention in the rainy season or wet environment.Through the frost test,there are salt substances in the internal pores of the brick,and the surface of the blue brick is eroded and pulverized.In this paper,the experimental process and analysis methods for testing the material properties of blue brick can provide reference for the research on the material properties of the same kind of blue-brick masonry in historic buildings and masonry relics.The relevant material property parameters obtained in this paper can provide guidance for making protection schemes and scientific repairs for historic buildings in Central China,enrich the evaluation criteria for maintaining and reinforcing historic buildings,and provide theoretical support for studying the damage and health detection technology related to historic buildings.
文摘In this study,the methodology and results of ambient vibration-based investigations of the historical Tash Mosque in Kosovo and a 3-story historical building in Bulgaria are presented.The investi gations include full-scale in situ testing of both structures due to ambient vibrations induced by micro-seismic,wind,traffic,and other human activities.To this aim,Ranger seismometers and Kinemetric products were used.Measurements were performed in both horizontal directions in several points along the structures'height utilizing a high-speed data acquisition device.All recorded data have been analyzed and processed by the software developed at IZIIS,and then the processed data were used as input for modal analysis.The basic assumption is that the excitation can be considered as a stationary random process to have a relatively flat spectrum.The paper clearly describes the procedure used for investigations and presents the dynamic properties of the whole structures.The inv estigated structures are both historical buildings and defined as architectural heritage and the outcome of this study including the natural vibration frequencies and mode shapes)can be very benefi-cial for the verification stage of the analytical/numerical models for future retro-fiting/rehabilitation schemes.
文摘Historic block records the historic development and changes of a city,contains rich cultural resources,and is an important product in the process of urban development.Historic block of Zhongshan Road has a long history,so there are many historical buildings with local characteristics and traditional style of commercial market,and it is an important window of refl ecting characteristics and regional culture of Quanzhou ancient city.However in long-period development process,historic buildings and blocks in the block along Zhongshan Road of Quanzhou City were destroyed.We initially study how to rationally develop and protect these precious historic and cultural relics,and the methods,principles and countermeasures of protection are put forward.
文摘Two case studies,referring to historic Italian buildings housing city halls,provide an opportunity to investigate the design of non-standard elements aimed at protecting masonry vaults,with particular reference to the preliminary works prior to the actual structural restoration work.There is in fact a phase in which it is a priority to secure the vault to avert possible risks to the users of that portion of the building.This phase is temporarily intermediate between the detection and aggravation of injuries and the renovation and consolidation project.Although these are provisional works,they are intended for buildings that are often public and therefore intended for a wide range of users,such as schools,offices or monumental buildings.In analyzing traditional techniques and systems used in similar cases,the possibility of developing evolutionary aspects with respect to,above all,simple shoring techniques emerged.In these areas,hybrids between a structural and architectural project,it is possible to reconcile static requirements with architectural techniques of space management,attentive to the quality of the interior and the integration of the provisional work with the reference context.
基金National Science Foundation of China under Grant No.51708450。
文摘Train-induced vibration exhibits a potential dynamic impact on historic buildings and especially on those with high historical and cultural value.Under the long-term reciprocating load of train vibrations,structural fatigue damage can occur,and thus,a significant problem involves effectively evaluating and mitigating vibration impact on historic buildings while developing a rail transit system.In the present study,train-induced vibration impact and dynamic behavior of Probhutaratna pagoda in the suburb of Beijing,which has a history of approximately 1000 years,was investigated.To examine the dynamic behavior of the Probhutaratna pagoda and determine the weakest position in its architectural damage under train loads,its dynamic characteristics were measured.The free vibration modes were identified based on the dynamic measurement results.Subsequently,a finite element(FE)model of the Probhutaratna pagoda was constructed and the models and train-induced structural responses were compared with measured results.Finally,the structural dynamic responses to moving train loads were analyzed in detail.The results indicate the following conclusions.(1)The dominant frequency of the ambient vibration is below 4 Hz,and the dominant frequency of the train-induced vibration is between 8 and 16 Hz.(2)The first,second,and third order natural frequencies are 1,3.25,and 6 Hz,respectively,in the west-east direction,and are 1,3.25,and 6.25 Hz,respectively,in the north-south direction.(3)The two weakest locations(A and B)of the Probhutaratna pagoda are observed at the spire bottom and west gate of the first floor.At location A,the maximum principal stress reached 243.6 N/m^2 and the corresponding maximum tensile strain reached 3.74×10^-7.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41330633)the Research Program of Shanghai Science and Technology Committee(No.14231200702)
文摘This research presents a holistic approach to the protection of historical building group adjacent to metro line construction,in which health investigation,protection criterion determining,numerical simulation analyses,corresponding protection measures and field monitoring analyses are incorporated as main procedures.A case relating to the conservation of a seven-storey brick-wood pagoda,Longhua Pagoda,adjacent to the construction of Shanghai Metro Lines 11 and 12 in China,is presented.A reasonable protection criterion is determined rationally by means of numerical simulation based on the health investigation results combined with related standards,which can help to achieve a fine balance between system safety and cost constraints in protection measures determining.A full numerical model is developed to analyze the effect of dewatering,excavation,tunneling,and shield departure/reception,and corresponding measures are adopted to ensure the safety of the pagoda.Especially a brand new method,steel jacket method,is introduced in detail,which has a good performance on decreasing the amount of dewatering and maintaining a stable working face.Results demonstrate the application potential of the proposed approach,as well as its feasibility.The proposed approach can be used in the industry by practitioners to provide positive guidelines on the conservation of historical building group against metro line constructions.The reliable and detailed data in this case can also provide verification for subsequent research.
文摘The relationship between the old and the new is a specific theme of architecture that bears witness not so much to the original appearance of the old but to its enduring meaning in historic Italian and European cities.The complex palimpsest of signs,memories,and overwriting that time has layered on built forms opens questions of meaning that can be untangled only in the relationship between history,site and design.The investigation of structural characters of places and their relationships with cultural assets and heritage provides a layered set of readings,which is itself the forerun of an urban landscape design action.Beyond preserving the integrity of the material traces,there can only be the new.The test bench is therefore the project as a cognitive act around which to build‘case by case’the strategies for recovering urban identity.The series of projects for Cesano Maderno old town,north of Milan,exemplifies a design-led approach to the built heritage and historic urban landscape in which reading tools,conservation and design are shown in their mutual relationship.In this dialectic between the old and the new,the design is part of the architecture of time where the new,working through light reversible overwriting and measured grafting,becomes a further layer in the historical palimpsest and the authentic form of its enhancement and reuse.Integrating project strategies-from pure conservation to new architectural grafting,from reuse to overwriting-the sequence of designs give shape to a‘regenerative structure’that enhances as a system and for public use a set of introverted Baroque buildings and spaces along a historical promenade,re-centring the city around its brownfield core.