Innovative Timber Structures
This research area focuses on the development of innovative timber structures, aiming at improving the technical and economical competitiveness in comparison to conventional structures, e.g. those made of reinforced concrete. The research is performed in collaboration with engineering offices and industrial partners to accelerate the implementation of new products, technologies and construction processes into the practice. Particular attention is given to the development of timber and composite slab systems, which have to fulfil several requirements with regard to statics, sound insulation and fire safety. Some highlights of concluded research projects are:
- Development of post-tensioned timber frame structures
- Development of timber-concrete composite slabs made of beech LVL with a notched connection
- Development of light frame timber walls for regions of low to moderate seismicity
- House of Natural Resources
Future research priorities include the further development of innovative timber and hybrid structural systems, for example flat slab using CLT elements with bonded butt joints; timber-concrete composite slab with micro notches and self-cambering; biaxial timber-concrete composite slab using beech LVL.
Projects
- chevron_right Biaxial timber‐concrete composite slabs made of beech laminated veneer lumber
- chevron_right ETH House of Natural Resources
- chevron_right Glued timber-concrete composite slabs made of beech glued laminated timber
- chevron_right Lateral stiffening systems for tall timber buildings
- chevron_right Long-term behaviour of timber-concrete composite ribbed slab elements made of beech GLT
- chevron_right Timber Structures 3.0 - Biaxial hollow timber slab
- chevron_right Completed projects