A comprehensive long term monitoring system of an iconic heritage complex: the Assisi Basilica case study

A long-term monitoring system implemented on the bell tower of Assisi's Basilica reveals critical insights into the dynamic behavior and seismic vulnerability of monumental structures. The study, conducted between 2022 and 2023, utilized a network of ultra-low-noise accelerometers and a velocimeter to track modal behavior, assess impacts from recent seismic events, and analyze weather-induced frequency variations. Data managed via cloud-based platforms highlights the tower's response to complex loading conditions, offering a model for preserving heritage sites in seismically active regions. This research advances understanding of long-term structural integrity under dynamic stresses.

Storni, D., Singh, H., Alessandroni, G., Di Donato, N., Moroni, M. G., Fusetti, S., Ciarlariello, D., Yang, W., Martino, C., Gross, H., Patanè, D., & Occhipinti, G. (2026). A comprehensive long term monitoring system of an iconic heritage complex: the Assisi Basilica case study. Procedia Structural Integrity, 78, 237–244. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prostr.2025.12.031