Welcome to the Chair of Advanced Structures!
Our research and teaching focuses on the system analysis of structures including derivation of suitable partial models, engineering consideration of coupling and interactions, recording and consideration of extreme and changing load conditions as well as avoidance or evaluation of collapse potential using latest technologies (tools of digital engineering). Advanced Structures not only include the structures with high risk potential, lightweight and tent constructions, but also includes the use of damping elements and the interaction phenomena in standard construction methods.
RBB interview with Dr. Schwarz on the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey
Earthquake expert: Missed to focus on the region
Many people have lost their homes due to the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria. Jochen Schwarz is head of the Earthquake Damage Analysis Centre at Bauhaus-Universität Weimar. He explains which obstacles have led to better protection of buildings in the region against earthquakes. He also describes the factors for earthquake-resistant construction.
Interview: www.inforadio.de/rubriken/interviews/2023/02/09/erdbeben-gebiet-sicher-bauen-erdbebenzentrum-weimar.html