Wide-span timber trusses in the area of Bologna: a case study analysis and comparison

This paper summarizes a larger research project that used an innovative method to study several timber roofs structures in Bologna. The was focused on developing support tool for analyzing the geometry and structural behavior of these systems, utilizing Terrestrial Laser Scanner (TLS) point cloud geometric information via visual programming generative algorithms. In addition, has been developed collect trace data various types trusses function as system. Specialized literature frequently oversimplifies comprehension systems by basing its theories analysis methods originated nineteenth century. approach typically needs thorough understanding material properties structure deformations, which cannot be obtained so easily.Innovative research, well typological construction investigations, can helpful gain objects. Such knowledge is essential conscious conservation amazing systems. presents comparative five from noticeable buildings 17th 18th centuries, associating their characteristics with deformative gathered previous research. entire provides deeper objects Italian context highlighting some critical issues.