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Introduction / mission
The rapid evolution of the built environment involves a growing complexity of structural design activities, including aspects of material-efficiency and sustainability, durability, retrofitting of buildings, structural safety and reliability, and structural optimization. The research program Structural Engineering and Design (SED) has included these aspects in its research portfolio through the definition of corresponding research directions for its chairs, which are Innovative Structural Design (chair group ISD), Applied Mechanics (chair group AM), Steel Structures, Aluminium Structures (together forming chair group SAS), Concrete Structures, and Sustainment of Concrete Structures (together chair group CMS).
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Forefront research on the mechanical behaviour, optimisation, and design of structural systems, elements, and materials, ensures a safe, functional, aesthetic and sustainable built environment.
Organisational profile
SED contributes to the forefront of challenging technological developments. For the chair of Innovative Structural Design this applies to its research on lightweight, adaptive, or otherwise innovative structures. Examples are the computational parametric modelling and form-finding of textile structures and the design and actual construction of reinforced ice structures. In addition, the work on bio-based structural materials is worth mentioning. Further on the activities include the evaluation of the potential to transform existing buildings towards a circular economy. The chair of Applied Mechanics has a strong international reputation in the modelling of failure (plasticity, fracture, damage, phase transformations) and deformation of advanced engineering materials. The coupled modelling of the mechanical behaviour of materials with other physical processes finds relevant applications within collaborative PhD research projects on the chemical degradation of concrete sewer systems, the damage development of historical museum objects under varying climate conditions, the optimization and durability of wind turbines, and the thermal resistance of steel structures. In addition, multi-disciplinary optimization of buildings is researched via a combination of conceptual design process simulation and computing science optimisation. The research in the chairs Steel Structures and Aluminium Structures encompasses the structural behaviour and fatigue of building components and structures made from steel, aluminium, and glass. In the chair of Concrete Structures, one of the highlights is the advanced research in 3D-printing of concrete structures, besides research on the sustainable concrete and masonry structures. The research within the program has led to a substantial number of articles in high-quality scientific journals and refereed conference proceedings. The impact of the used journals is 1.41 times higher than the world average in the field. Also more than 50% of the publications have been co-authored with members from other organisations.
An important goal of the program is the valorisation of its research results towards relevant engineering applications, thereby contributing to the practical understanding of structures, structural design processes, and building materials. In addition, high-quality laboratory research performed with external funding provides applicable knowledge to the building industry and engineering consultancy firms, acting as a cradle for novel solutions to complex design problems. Of strong societal value is also the participation of staff members in the development of the European building codes, the Eurocodes (EC's). Additionally, SED participates in the Research School Integral Design of Structures, the Graduate School on Engineering Mechanics, and the Eindhoven Multiscale Institute. The program is also involved in the 3TU.Bouw Centre of Excellence for the Built Environment.
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Profiles
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Sonja Adamović
- Built Environment, Concrete Structures - Postgraduate Design Engineer
Person: TOIO : EngPD-trainee
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Zeeshan Y. Ahmed
- Built Environment, Architectural Design and Engineering - Former Doctoral Candidate
- Built Environment, Concrete Structures - Former Doctoral Candidate
Person: Prom. : doctoral candidate (PhD)
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Amir Babakhani
- Built Environment, Innovative Structural Design - Postgraduate Design Engineer
Person: TOIO : EngPD-trainee
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Vidi 19655 - An integrated numerical-experimental approach to predict aging and degradation of oil paintings (NUANCES)
1/10/22 → 30/09/27
Project: Research direct
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HTSM2019 17967 Additive manufacturing of sustainable concrete for zero-energy buildings
Lucas, S. S., Maciel Rangel, C. & Elbasdi, G.
1/03/20 → 28/02/26
Project: Research direct
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High Performance 3D Concrete Printing - Systematic Development of a Printable Strain-Hardening Cementitious Composite for Structural Purposes.
Bos, F. P., Nefs, K., van Overmeir, A. L., Salet, T. A. M., Suiker, A. S. J., Šavija, B., Schlangen, E., Lamers, H. M. & Salet, T. A. M.
1/10/19 → 30/09/23
Project: Research direct
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An integrated tool to improve the safety of seaports and waterways under strong wind conditions
Ricci, A., Vasaturo, R. & Blocken, B., Mar 2023, In: Journal of Wind Engineering and Industrial Aerodynamics. 234, 15 p., 105327.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Academic › peer-review
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An investigation of the effect of relative humidity on viscoelastic properties of flax fiber reinforced polymer by fractional-order viscoelastic model
Xu, B., Blok, R. & Teuffel, P., Jan 2023, In: Composites Communications. 37, 6 p., 101406.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Academic › peer-review
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A path to more versatile code provisions for slab deflection control
Sanabra-Loewe, M., Capellà-Llovera, J., Ramirez-Anaya, S. & Pujadas, E., 1 Apr 2023, In: Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers - Structures and Buildings. 176, 4, p. 272-286 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Academic › peer-review
3 Citations (Scopus)
Equipment
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Structural Research Laboratory
H.M. Lamers (Manager)
Laboratory for SEDFacility/equipment: Research lab
Datasets
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Computational modelling of metal soap formation in historical oil paintings: the influence of fatty acid concentration and nucleus geometry on the induced chemo-mechanical damage.
Eumelen, G. J. A. M. (Contributor), Bosco, E. (Contributor), Suiker, A. S. J. (Contributor), Hermans, J. J. (Contributor), van Loon, A. (Contributor), Keune, K. (Contributor) & Iedema, P. D. (Contributor), Zenodo, 30 Jun 2020
Dataset
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Crack channelling mechanisms in brittle coating systems under moisture or temperature gradients.
Bosco, E. (Contributor), Suiker, A. S. J. (Contributor) & Fleck, N. A. (Contributor), Zenodo, 29 Jun 2020
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Prizes
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1st prize International Design Competition for a Center for Contemporary Art
Lindner, Gerald (Recipient), 24 Apr 2010
Prize: Other › Discipline related › Professional
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4TU Lighthouse project, Terra Ink
Pronk, Arno D.C. (Recipient), Turrin, Michela (Recipient) & Venturini, Tomasso (Recipient), 5 Jan 2017
Prize: Other › Fellowships & memberships › Scientific
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55th TU/e Anniversary Award, theme Energy
Khayrullina, Adelya A. (Recipient), 2011
Prize: TU/e › Other › Scientific
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Structural membranes 2023 Valencia
Arno D.C. Pronk (Organiser)
2 Oct 2023 → 4 Oct 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Conference › Scientific
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Buoycrete, a light-weight concrete in combination with a membrane mold
Arno D.C. Pronk (Speaker)
2 Oct 2023 → 4 Oct 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Keynote talk › Scientific
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Competition and exhibition of innovative lightweight structures: An invitation for artists, designers, engineers, and researchersOrganized by the new IASS Working Group 21 “Advanced manufacturing and materials”in close cooperation withIASS 2023 SYMPOSIUM INTEGRATION OF DESIGN AND FABRICATION 10–14 July 2023, Melbourne, Australia
Arno D.C. Pronk (Organiser)
10 Jul 2023 → 14 Jul 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Workshop, seminar, course or exhibition › Scientific
Press/Media
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Dubai to build the world’s first 3D-printed mosque
8/05/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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World’s first 3D-printed mosque to be built in Dubai
3/05/23 → 4/05/23
5 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
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Dubai Plans To Build The World's First 3D-Printed Mosque
3/05/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Expert Comment
Student theses
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3D concrete printing: The applicability of different characterization methods to determine the mechanical material properties of 3D printable pastes with various aggregates and fibers
Author: Dorresteijn, E., 26 Apr 2022Supervisor: Bos, F. P. (Supervisor 1), Chaves Figueiredo, S. (Supervisor 2) & Salet, T. A. M. (Supervisor 2)
Student thesis: Master
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3D concrete printing: research and development of a structural reinforcement system for 3D printing with concrete
Author: Jutinov, E. R., 31 Oct 2017Supervisor: Salet, T. A. M. (Supervisor 1), Bos, F. P. (Supervisor 2) & Ahmed, Z. Y. (Supervisor 2)
Student thesis: Master
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3D concrete printing in architecture: a research on the potential benefits of 3D concrete printing in the construction of residential buildings in the Netherlands
Author: Marijnissen, M. P. A. M., 31 Aug 2016Supervisor: de Vries, B. (Supervisor 1), van der Zee, A. (Supervisor 2) & Willems, M. (Supervisor 2)
Student thesis: Master
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