Advanced Materials and Innovative Solutions for Seismic Retrofit of Structures and Loss Reduction

Dear Colleagues,

Reducing the seismic vulnerability of existing constructions and unsustainable future economic losses is a crucial challenge for designers. Innovative techniques and advanced materials for retrofitting existing structures are capturing increased attention from the scientific community, especially in the field of applications aimed at reducing the level of disruption to users. The purpose of this Topic is to promote and disseminate theoretical and experimental research to evaluate the effectiveness of innovative materials for the mitigation of seismic risk. Particularly welcome are experimental works illustrating the application fields of innovative techniques and advanced materials for the repair and strengthening of existing reinforced concrete and masonry structures. Research studies focusing on how such innovative materials and techniques can significantly impact the potential reduction of economic losses induced by seismic actions are also fundamental. Indeed, recent seismic events worldwide have clearly demonstrated that the losses associated with these events are often so significant that they lead to demolition and reconstruction interventions as the unique, convenient solution. Studies dealing with innovative solutions to reduce damage to structural and non-structural elements responsible for significant economic losses are welcomed.

Prof. Dr. Marco Di Ludovico
Dr. Ciro Del Vecchio
Topic Editors