Investigation of seismic behavior of historical minarets: The case of Seyh Sadreddin Konevi Mosque minaret

Turkish

Minarets, an integral part of mosques, have a thin and delicate structural form. Due to their structural form, they are very sensitive to dynamic loads, especially earthquakes. A detailed examination of the structural behaviors they exhibit under earthquake effects is of great importance for the protection of such historical and cultural heritage structures. In this study, the dynamic behavior of the historical Şeyh Sadreddin Konevi Mosque minaret in Konya under earthquake effects was evaluated. The 3D model of the structure was created using the SAP2000 V23.1 program. Modal analysis and nonlinear time history analysis were performed on the model. The analyzes were carried out in accordance with the 2018 Turkey Building Earthquake Code, and acceleration records of the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes (Pazarcık Earthquake and Elbistan Earthquake) were used. In line with the obtained results, the displacements and stresses occurring in the minaret were determined, and the regions with the highest these values were identified.