From materials to
structural systems
Material characterization, structural experiments, and advanced analysis to develop durable, resilient structures.
Multi-hazard resilience with advanced materials and systems
Developing durable, seismically resilient structures using advanced materials, including FRP and SFCB reinforcement and UHPC.
Seismic resilience with GFRP reinforcement
An extensive ongoing research program covering nonlinear modeling, bond and anchorage, connection testing, system-level analysis, and future design provisions.
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- Development of SFCBs for multi-hazard-resilient structures
Structural performance of UHPC members
Understanding the behavior of UHPC structural members and developing innovative approaches to improve their performance and material efficiency.
Shear behavior of UHPC beams
Investigating shear transfer and the combined contribution of fibers and stirrups in ultra-high-performance concrete beams.
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Structural performance of FRP- and SFCB-reinforced members
Connecting material characterization with the behavior and design of structural members using FRP and SFCB reinforcement, supporting design guidelines and code development.
Durable precast tunnel linings
Experimental and analytical research on curved precast concrete tunnel segments reinforced with corrosion-resistant GFRP bars.
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Strengthening and seismic retrofit
Using FRP composites for the strengthening and seismic retrofit of reinforced-concrete structures, from assessment to experimental evaluation and design.
CFRP strengthening of short RC columns
Developing and evaluating CFRP strengthening systems for vulnerable reinforced-concrete members.
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- Prestressed CFRP plates for beam strengthening
Flexural strengthening using prestressed plates and the EBROG bonding technique.
- Anchorage of externally bonded CFRP sheets
The warp and woof strap method for anchoring FRP sheets in strengthened concrete beams.
- CFRP confinement under cyclic loading
Evaluating column confinement techniques under reversed lateral cyclic loading.