The scientific community is hardly working to propose reliable methodologies of analysis
and non-invasive technologies of investigation to assess the current state of conservation of …

Vibration-based finite element model (FEM) updating of cultural heritage assets is gaining
so much attraction these days since destructive tests are usually not allowed to be …

Masonry structures began to be built with the existence of human beings and are an
inspiration for today's structures. Monumental historical buildings built according to people's …

The minarets, which attract attention with their height and independent building form, reveal
the symbolic structural form of Islamic architecture. Minarets are vulnerable to fail under …

Minarets are slender and tall structures that are built from different types of materials.
Modern materials are also starting to be used in such structures with the recent …

Masonry towers and minarets are slender tall structures and highly vulnerable to strong
ground motions due to their structural and material characteristics. The paper aims to …

The interaction between soil and structure plays a crucial role on accurate determination of
structures' seismic behavior. The assumption of fixed base structure has been commonly …

Historical masonry arch bridges which might be vulnerable to natural disasters are important
part of the cultural heritage. Natural disasters, especially earthquakes can inflict damage to …

This paper investigates a masonry minaret's current condition and seismic performance,
namely Alacakapı Mir-Alay Şah Ali Bey (The short form is Alacakapı Minaret). Two prayer …

Historical masonry bridges are cultural heritage of countries and must be protected from
destructive effects of nature such as earthquakes, floods, and fires. The interaction of soil …