Obtaining evidence of structural safety using a fibre optical monitoring system on the example of the “Wave of Bern”

• Published in: Engineering failure analysis Vol. 14; no. 6; pp. 1065 - 1082
• Main Authors: Siegwart, M., Wanner, M., Zwicky, P.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Ltd 01.09.2007
• Subjects: Aerodynamic stability; Strain sensors; Structural monitoring; Vibration analysis; Wind speed; Switzerland, Bern; Structural monitoring; Wind speed; Aerodynamic stability; Vibration analysis; Strain sensors

In 2004, the roof structure of the main train terminal in Bern was extended to cope with increasing passenger volume. For this reason, an innovative architectural structure was erected across the passenger platforms. Although the wave-shaped roof with its choice of light materials was designed with...