
Prof. Massimo Fragiacomo
Professor of Structural Engineering
Event organised by Society for Earthquake and Civil Engineering Dynamics
A large overhaul of Eurocode 8 is currently underway, and the chapter on design of timber structures has been extensively revised, taking it from six pages in the 2004 version to almost 40 pages in the latest draft.
The speakers have all been heavily involved in the research work underpinning the new timber chapter, as well as the drafting of the new text. Of particular recent interest are cross-laminated timber (CLT) structures, developed in Germany and Austria in the 1990s, and now used worldwide, including in seismic zones. Aside from benefits in short construction time, and sustainability, CLT buildings can perform in a very ductile manner if properly designed, including a proper capacity design hierarchy.
The speakers will also share results from their research on seismic performance of CLT buildings, including capacity design principles and analytical modelling approaches.
Professor of Structural Engineering
Researcher at the Institute for Bioeconomy
Aimed at students, this series of seven webinars which runs until May 2025 will enable you to learn about professional life from recent graduates from across the industry.
A five session course delivered by industry experts to develop in-depth knowledge of health, safety, and wellbeing in civil engineering within the UK.
Explore AI-driven solutions for tunnel safety in seismic zones, focusing on the Himalayan Tunnelling Project. Learn how predictive models enhance resilience through data integration and machine learning, empowering smarter, risk-informed decisions for infrastructure design and maintenance.