Structural Characterization of an Historical Building by Means of Experimental Tests on Full-Scale Elements

Figure 8

Tests on transverse arches. Instruments adopted during (a) static symmetrical test; (b) static asymmetrical test; (c) dynamic test with weight release; (d) details of the steel frame system adopted for the application of the static load; (e) connection of the system to the arch.

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