Structural Detection and Restoration Proposal for the Mardin Şahkulubey Cupola
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Abstract
Background: Mardin is a unique city in terms of linguistic, religious, and cultural diversity, within an atmosphere of tolerance, while various historical artifacts reflect these to the present day. This ancient city hosted numerous civilizations and experienced peak economic and political stability in the 12th century during the Artukid period. Many of the works that have endured to this day reflect that period. The Şahkulubey Cupola is one of the rare works that have survived to the present day. In this study, an analysis of the existing materials is performed to shed light on the restoration works related to the Şahkulubey Cupola. Samples were taken from the east, west, north, and south facade walls, which were deteriorated structurally. Scanning Electron Microscopy (S.E.M.) and Energy Distribution Spectroscopy (E.D.S.) analyses were conducted, and the samples’ related material properties were tested. In addition, the samples’ density, water absorption, and compressive strength properties were measured. As a result, it will be possible to conduct the restoration works with materials compatible with the existing structure of the Şahkulubey Cupola.
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OpenAlex topics: Building materials and conservation · Conservation Techniques and Studies · Masonry and Concrete Structural Analysis
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Vocational Higher School of Mardin, Mardin Artuklu University, Mardin 47100, Türkiye
Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Technology, Gazi University, Ankara 06100, Türkiye
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