Structural health monitoring of the Holy Aedicule in Jerusalem

Advanced structural health monitoring of the Holy Aedicule in Jerusalem's Church of the Resurrection reveals critical risks to its preservation, including microclimatic fluctuations due to visitor traffic and local climate, rising damp, seismic hazards, and structural movements post-restoration. The study employs a sophisticated network of sensors—air temperature/humidity monitors, moisture content detectors for masonry, geodetic total stations, and accelerometers—to enable real-time remote assessment and risk analysis. This proactive approach ensures data-driven decision-making for Christian communities involved in the monument's upkeep, balancing sustainability with historical integrity.

Moropoulou, A., Karoglou, M., Agapakis, I., Mouzakis, C., Asimakopoulos, S., Pantazis, G., & Lambrou, E. (2019). Structural health monitoring of the Holy Aedicule in Jerusalem. Structural Control and Health Monitoring, 26(9). Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/stc.2387