Restoration Techniques and Aseismic Reinforcement for Disaster Recovery of the Basilica San Francesco in Assisi, Italy

A groundbreaking seismic reinforcement approach successfully revitalized the Basilica of San Francesco in Assisi, Italy. The restoration integrated innovative technologies such as Shape Memory Alloy Devices and Shock Transmitters Units with steel belts, alongside traditional spring dampers for cross arches. These advancements were rigorously tested and validated through experimental data, offering a scalable solution for preserving historic structures against seismic disasters. The study emphasizes the importance of continuous technological innovation in disaster recovery, providing a model for future applications in other heritage buildings.

YANAGISAWA, S., GOTO, O., OHASHI, R., & NAGAI, Y. (2020). RESTORATION TECHNIQUES AND ASEISMIC REINFORCEMENT FOR DISASTER RECOVERY OF THE BASILICA SAN FRANCESCO IN ASSISI, ITALY. AIJ Journal of Technology and Design, 26(63), 782–787. https://doi.org/10.3130/aijt.26.782