Simone D’Amore Presents Research Results on Seismic and Energy Rehabilitation at WCEE 2024
Simone D’Amore, Ph.D., Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at Sapienza University of Rome, recently presented his pioneering work at the World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (WCEE 2024) held in Milan, Italy. This prestigious event provided an excellent platform for Simone to showcase advancements in his research on the integrated seismic and energy rehabilitation of existing reinforced concrete (RC) buildings using innovative timber-based, low-damage exoskeleton systems, specifically employing the Pres-Lam technology.
Simone’s presentation focused on the development and application of these timber-based exoskeleton systems that are designed to enhance both the structural safety and energy efficiency of RC buildings. These systems offer a novel approach to retrofitting, combining seismic resilience with sustainable energy performance improvements, aligning with the latest advancements in building rehabilitation technologies. His research is also a significant contribution to the Horizon Europe MULTICARE EU project, which aims to advance multi-hazard resilience and sustainability in the built environment.
The presented paper, co-authored with Dr. Simona Bianchi and Professor Stefano Pampanin, dives deep into the technical details and the potential benefits of using these low-damage exoskeleton systems for building rehabilitation. For those interested in exploring the research further, the paper is available on ResearchGate.
Simone also extended his gratitude to the convenors of the ASR9 session, “Integrated Seismic and Energy Retrofitting of Existing Buildings”—Dionysios Bournas, Thanasis Triantafillou, and Daniel Pohoryles—for the invaluable opportunity to present his work and engage with other leading experts in the field. His participation at WCEE 2024 marks a significant milestone in his research career and contributes to the ongoing dialogue on innovative solutions for safer and more sustainable buildings.
