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Cristina Gentilini

Associate Professor

Department of Architecture

Academic discipline: ICAR/08 Structural Mechanics

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Proposal for bachelor thesis, master thesis, placement and research activity

1) Experimental activity on salts attack on historic masonry structures

The research concerns the determination of the structural damage of historic masonry structures caused by moisture and salt attack.
The soluble salts can accumulate in porous materials and can have destructive effects due to the tensile stresses arising from the phenomenon of crystallization within the pores of the material (sub-florescence). This phenomenon causes not only an aesthetic damage but also structural damage, that is especially important in historic buildings, statues, fountains and artifacts in general.
This activity is conducted in collaboration with the group of materials science and technology of materials of the DICAM Department.
It is expected that the student attends the experimental activities that are carried out on samples of masonry subjected to artificial aging cycles.
The activity may last longer or shorter depending on the type of thesis (bachelor or master).

2) Experimental and numerical activity on strengthening techniques applied to masonry structures

The research concerns the determination of the mechanical characteristics of masonry samples reinforced through innovative materials and techniques.
This activity is conducted in collaboration with leading companies in the construction industry at the national and international levels. These companies are investing in the research activity of the Department for the purpose of developing new technologies and materials for structural strengthening.
It is expected that the student attends the laboratory activities.
There is also the possibility of developing numerical and/or analytical models.
The activity may last longer or shorter depending on the type of thesis (bachelor or master).

Published on: November 18 2015