Vibration damage to cultural artefacts

The vibrations set up by the passage of vehicles in the narrow streets of historic towns, and increasingly by supersonic aircraft, lead to further damage to the architectural heritage, especially in the case of fragile structures.

1. Threatened monuments and historic sites

1. Failure of materials

1. Wind damage to structures
2. Vibrations as a health hazard

1. Environmental hazards of vibration

1. Damage