Structural identification and seismic analysis of an exiting masonry building

The paper presents the diagnostic investigation and the seismic analysis performed on an ancient masonry building in Florence. The building has historical interest and is subjected to conservative restrictions. The investigation involves a preliminary phase concerning the research of the historic documents and a second phase of execution of in situ and laboratory tests to detect the mechanical characteristics of the masonry. This investigation was conceived in order to obtain the “LC2 knowledge Level” and to perform the non-linear pushover analysis according to the new Italian Standards for seismic upgrading of existing masonry buildings.