Assessment of Traffic - Induced Ground Vibrations and Effects on Masonry Monuments in Ayutthaya Historical Park, Thailand

Traffic-induced ground vibrations in Ayutthaya Historical Park were found to attenuate based on subsoil properties, specifically the average shear wave velocity (Vs). The study derived attenuation curves from regression analysis, providing practical tools for risk management of masonry monuments. Additionally, traffic vibrations were within recommended limits, and finite element analysis showed that induced stresses were lower than the structural strength of ancient bricks and mortar, suggesting minimal risk to historic structures.

Poovarodom, N., Choopthong, W., Bhadrakom, B., Chaiyasarn, K., Limsamphancharoen, N., & Hussain, Q. (2023). Assessment of Traffic - Induced Ground Vibrations and Effects on Masonry Monuments in Ayutthaya Historical Park, Thailand. Studies in Conservation, 69(4), 230–242. https://doi.org/10.1080/00393630.2023.2213922