A Multidisciplinary Approach to Historic Building Preservation
Keywords:
Multidisciplinary approach, historic building, structural engineering, conservation, material Science, non-destructiveAbstract
Communication in Physical Sciences, 2024, 11(4): 799 - 808
Authors: Efe Kelvin Jessa
Received: 24 May 2024/Accepted: 19 August 2024
Structural engineering in particular must work with other disciplines to accomplish the vital goal of preserving cultural heritage. The preservation of historic buildings guarantees that next generations will be able to experience and learn from these cultural objects, which serve as the physical embodiment of cultural identity and history. But structural problems frequently affect these structures, endangering their durability and structural integrity. While structural engineering is essential for identifying and resolving these problems, it cannot function alone. To create successful preservation plans that honor the structural and cultural characteristics of these structures, a multidisciplinary approach combining knowledge from material science, architecture, history, and conservation is required. Through a multidisciplinary perspective, this research investigates the function of structural engineering in the preservation of historic buildings. Through an analysis of case studies and existing practices, it draws attention to the advantages, difficulties, and potential paths forward of a cooperative approach to cultural asset conservation.
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