The Role of CE in Heritage Conservation

The Role of Civil Engineer in Heritage Conservation
Presented By
Dr. Joseph Berlin P. Juanzon, CE,MSCM
The Role of Civil Engineers in Heritage Preservation - Dr. JB Juanzon April 25, 2021
Topic outline
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 Background and History of  The role of Engineers in

Heritage Structures Preserving cultural heritage
 Importance of preserving  Technological
cultural heritage advancement in preserving
 Methods of heritage heritage structures
conservation  Conclusion
Background and History of Heritage
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 Heritage has been described as the

“fingerprint of generations”. It refers
to any prominent destination or
object which is to be passed on to
the future generations.
 heritage is actually of two types-
natural heritage and cultural
heritage.
Background and History of Heritage
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 Natural heritage
comprises
everything that
comes in the
biological sphere
including flora,
fauna, geological
formations
Background and History of Heritage Structures
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 Cultural heritage, on the

other hand, is the legacy that
is inherited from our
ancestors, maintained in the
present and passed on to the
future generations for their
benefit.
 For any nation, cultural
heritage has always held an
important place.
World famous Heritage structures
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World famous Heritage structures
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Philippines famous Heritage structures
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Church
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Buildin
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Houses
Importance of Preserving Cultural Heritage
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 The heritage buildings,

including archeological
remains, of an area are a
representation of its culture and
history.
 Cultural heritage keeps us
connected with our traditions,
customs, religion, beliefs and
community identities.
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 It is also what
gives each
community and
the country on the
whole, its
individual
identity.
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 Cultural heritage is
also something that
gives the people a
sense of unity and
helps them
understand their
origins.
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 Heritage conservation is the actions or processes that aim at

protecting a cultural resource in order to maintain its heritage
value.
 It has proven to be extremely beneficial over the years. The
conservation of historical buildings helps in enhancing their
overall impact by protecting their values.
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UNESCO declares that there are two approaches to preserve cultural

heritage:
 to preserve it in a
 to record it in tangible form
and conserve it in an living form by
archive ensuring its
transmission to the
next generations.
Preserving Cultural Heritage
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Cultural Heritage Preservation refers to the

process of preserving or safeguarding the
elements of the heritage element so as to
protect its value, thereby increasing its
physical life.
 Heritage conservation refers the process of preserving the

buildings in ways that do not mean a major alteration to the
structure, like repairs.
Methods of Preservation
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 Retention focuses on the

maintenance stabilization,
and repair of existing
historic materials and
retention of a property's
form as it has evolved over
time.
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 Rehabilitation is defined as
the act or process of making
possible a compatible use for
a property through repair,
alterations, and additions
while preserving those
portions or features which
convey its historical, cultural,
or architectural values.
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 Restoration depicts a
property at a particular
period of time in its
history, while removing
evidence of other periods.
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 Reconstruction re-creates
vanished or non-surviving
portions of a property for
interpretive purposes.
Role of CE in preserving heritage
Structures
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Structural Analysis of Heritage structures
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The mathematical modelling as basic tool of the

modern practice is an approach which presents the civil
engineer with the necessity to possess knowledge of a
broad range of materials, their properties, changes they
undergo with time.
Structural Analysis of Heritage Church
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Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

Batangas City
Structural Analysis of Damaged Church
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Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Batangas City
Distribution of stresses in the structure using static linear analysis.

Structural Analysis of Damaged Church
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Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Batangas City
Distribution of stresses and deflection in the structure using time history analysis
The Role of CE in preserving Heritage
Structures
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Retrofitting -is an approach based on recent technological

developments and scientific knowledge, whereby modern
construction methods and materials are applied to the
repair and strengthening of historical structures.
The Role of CE in preserving Heritage
Structures
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Retrofitting - is the process

of addition of new features
to older buildings, heritage
structures, bridges etc.
Retrofitting reduces the
vulnerability of damage of
an existing structure during
a near future seismic
activity.
Retrofitting/strengthening of structural members
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 Concrete jacketing
Concrete jacketing involves
placing an additional layer of
concrete covering the existing
column, together with
additional longitudinal bars and
ties to enhance the flexural
and/or shear capacities.
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 Carbon Fiber
Carbon-fiber reinforced concrete is
a composite product that consists of
carbon fiber, which provides
strength and stiffness, and
polymers, which hold the fibers
together in a kind of matrix.
The micro- or macro-fibers can be
either synthetic or natural.
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 Steel Jacketing
Steel Jacketing of RC
columns/beams is a strengthening
system adopted to improve the
deformation and strength capacity
of existing buildings not seismically
designed. This technique is widely
used thanks to the practicality of its
application to structural frames
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 Epoxy Injection
Epoxy injection is an
economical method of
repairing non-moving cracks
in concrete walls, slabs,
columns and piers and is
capable of restoring the
concrete to its pre-cracked
strength.
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 Micro piling
Micropiles are small diameter
drilled and grouted friction piles.
Each pile includes steel elements
that are bonded into the bearing soil
or rock – usually with cement
grout. The bearing stratum is
logged during installation drilling to
assure that bearing capacity is
adequate.
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 Seismic base isolation

is one of the most popular means of
protecting a structure against
earthquake forces.
The isolation can be obtained by the
use of various techniques like rubber
bearings, friction bearings, ball
bearings, spring systems and other
means.
Conclusion
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Cultural heritage over time has become an important

part of our lives as it helps us stay connected to our
ancestors.
Therefore, it helps develop the connection between the
past and the future, which is why the common man
should also strive to enhance the protection and
conservation of these heritage buildings, sites, and
artefacts.
Conclusion
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Cultural heritage is to not only keep the memories of

the past generations alive, but to also generate
income for the local communities and the country at
large, it is clear why conservation efforts are
necessary and indispensable.
Conclusion
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Civil Engineers, therefore plays a vital role in

preserving cultural heritage structures thru
rehabilitation, restoration and reconstruction.
The multi-disciplinary approach of architect
and engineer so common in new construction may one
day become the standard in preservation of these
Heritage structures.
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The Role of Civil Engineer in Heritage Conservation

 Background and History of  The role of Engineers in

 Heritage has been described as the

 Cultural heritage, on the

 The heritage buildings,

 Heritage conservation is the actions or processes that aim at

UNESCO declares that there are two approaches to preserve cultural

Cultural Heritage Preservation refers to the

 Heritage conservation refers the process of preserving the

 Retention focuses on the

The mathematical modelling as basic tool of the

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Batangas City

Distribution of stresses in the structure using static linear analysis.

Basilica of the Immaculate Conception Batangas City

Retrofitting -is an approach based on recent technological

Retrofitting - is the process

 Seismic base isolation

Cultural heritage over time has become an important

Cultural heritage is to not only keep the memories of

Civil Engineers, therefore plays a vital role in

The Role of Civil Engineers in Heritage Preservation - Dr. JB Juanzon

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