A5060261684- Masonry and Concrete Structural Analysis
- Structural Response to Dynamic Loads
- Structural Health Monitoring Techniques
- Composite Structure Analysis and Optimization
- Topology Optimization in Engineering
- Mechanical Behavior of Composites
- Aeroelasticity and Vibration Control
- 3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage
- Structural Behavior of Reinforced Concrete
- Cellular and Composite Structures
- Civil and Structural Engineering Research
- Numerical methods in engineering
- Structural Engineering and Vibration Analysis
- Composite Material Mechanics
- Structural Load-Bearing Analysis
- Structural Analysis of Composite Materials
- Smart Materials for Construction
- Rock Mechanics and Modeling
- Building materials and conservation
- Fire effects on concrete materials
- Concrete Corrosion and Durability
- Manufacturing Process and Optimization
- Material Properties and Applications
- Structural Analysis and Optimization
- Mechanical stress and fatigue analysis
University of KwaZulu-Natal
2016-2024
University of Central Lancashire
2022-2024
Bielefeld University
2024
Technical University of Crete
2009-2017
Leibniz University Hannover
2014
University of Ioannina
2006-2008
The present article proposes a multi-objective optimization study aiming at the optimal cost-effective design of nano-reinforced laminates. To maximize fundamental frequency and minimize cost, hybrid laminate is studied, introducing both conventional fibres graphene nanoplatelets reinforcement. A genetic algorithm adopted to provide natural cost for laminate. Optimization implemented using Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm II (NSGA-II), which converges near-optimal solutions all...
This article presents an investigation of the structural behavior a masonry arch bridge in Turkey. An analytical study has been conducted to provide geometry structure, using laser scanning. A point cloud describing was obtained and properly transformed into format that is appropriate for analysis software (CAE). Then, nonlinear finite-element models were developed simulate responses bridge. The goal highlight influence both continuum discrete approaches related constitutive laws on Thus,...
A methodology to predict key aspects of the structural response masonry walls under blast loading using artificial neural networks (ANN) is presented in this paper. The failure patterns due and out-of-plane are complex potential opening sliding mortar joint interfaces between stones. To capture response, advanced computational models can be developed requiring a significant amount resources effort. article uses an non-linear finite element model loads, introducing unilateral contact-friction...
This paper presents a numerical investigation of the mechanical behaviour extended end - plate steel connections including comparison with full size experiments. Contact and friction laws have been taken into account nonlinear, three dimensional finite element analysis. Material geometric nonlinearities implemented to model, as well. Results are then compared experimental tests conducted at Jordan University Science Technology. According most significant observation analysis, separation...
The article presents a three-dimensional nonlinear finite-element model that was developed for the study of top and seat angle bolted steel connection with double web angles. Unilateral contact friction laws were used to simulate interaction among connected parts. Large displacements as well von Mises failure criterion also considered parts bolts. Numerical results compared experimental research conducted on same joint. This finds yielding shear bolts connecting beam bottom flange be very...
Three-phase graphene/fibre-reinforced cantilever skew laminates are optimized with the design objective of maximizing fundamental frequency. Four optimal problems formulated involving one, two, three, and four variables: graphene content, fibre layer thicknesses, orientations. Optimization is implemented using a Sequential Quadratic Programming optimization algorithm within finite element analysis. It observed that optimizing contents across thickness leads to increased A trend for frequency...
Abstract Urbanization occurs at a global scale, imposing dramatic and abrupt environmental changes that lead to biodiversity loss. Yet, some animal species can handle these changes, thrive in such artificial environments. One possible explanation is urban individuals are equipped with better cognitive abilities, but most studies have focused on birds mammals yielded varied results. Reptiles received much less attention, despite lizard being common city dwellers. The Italian wall lizard,...