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The Department of Civil Engineering, BITS Pilani recently hosted an advanced technical session by Prof. Rajesh Dhakal, Head of Civil Engineering, University of Canterbury, New Zealand, and a globally renowned expert in earthquake engineering and structural resilience.
The session was organized under the leadership of Prof. Sudhir Kumar Barai (Director, BITS Pilani) and Prof. Dipendu Bhunia (Head, Civil Engineering). Faculty members, research scholars, and students actively participated and gained valuable insights from Prof. Dhakalโs extensive international experience and research-driven perspective.
๐ Key Technical Highlights from the Session:
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Performance-based seismic engineering for hazard-compatible structural performance
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Design and implementation of low-damage structural systems
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Resilience-oriented design for rapid post-earthquake functionality
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High-efficiency damping and energy dissipation devices
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Real-time structural health monitoring using smart sensors and data-driven models
The lecture offered a rigorous and forward-looking view of modern earthquake-resistant design, bridging research and practice while inspiring innovation in resilient infrastructure systems.
๐ A truly enriching session that strengthened global academic exchange and reinforced BITS Pilaniโs commitment to cutting-edge civil engineering research.
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