Design, construction, behavior and repair problems of rural structures in Greece

ABSTRACT

Classification of different low-cost construction systems used in Greece is attempted. Problems and possibilities of design, construction seismic behavior and repair of rural structures in Greece, with either traditional or recent low-cost construction systems are presented, with emphasis on observations and conclusions from recent destructive earthquakes (Volvi 1978, Magnissia 1980, Alkyonides 1981) need for practical design, construction and repair recommendations, easily available to rural population is stressed (AU)