Structural Analysis of the Wooden Structure of the Historical Building of Ali Qapu
Publication: Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 132, Issue 11
Abstract
The wooden columnar structure of the historical building of Ali Qapu in Isfahan is a notable sample of Iranian traditional construction of 350 years ago. In this study, the structural system and load carrying elements of the structure have been identified. Structural analysis due to applied loads has been performed and structural strength of its members has been examined according to related codes. Based on obtained results, suggestions for reinforcement of the structure have been made. In this paper, the results from study on the wooden columnar structure of the Ali Qapu building are presented.
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Journal of Structural Engineering
Volume 132 • Issue 11 • November 2006
Pages: 1801 - 1805
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© 2006 ASCE.
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Received: Sep 9, 2004
Accepted: Jul 19, 2005
Published online: Nov 1, 2006
Published in print: Nov 2006
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Note. Associate Editor: J. Daniel Dolan
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