STRUCTURAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND RETROFITTING OF HERITAGE STRUCTURES USING NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (NDT)

In conclusion, the assessment and retrofitting of heritage structures require a balanced approach that combines modern engineering techniques with conservation principles. Methods such as visual inspection, material characterization, statistical analysis, and non-destructive testing (NDT) play a crucial role in understanding structural condition without causing damage. Effective conservation depends on integrating these techniques to ensure accurate evaluation and informed decision-making. At the same time, engineering interventions must follow key principles like minimum intervention, reversibility, and material compatibility to protect the original character of the structure. Overall, a scientific, careful, and sustainable approach is essential to maintain the structural safety, historical authenticity, and cultural value of heritage structures for future generations.

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