Ā Dr . Haoyu Huang | Structural engineering | Young Scientist Award
Profile Summary
A distinguished civil engineer with a Ph.D. from the University of Bath, UK, specializing in structural vibration control and modern timber structures. Extensive experience as a lecturer at Newcastle University, UK, and Beijing University of Technology, China, with a focus on bio-based material constructions and smart materials. Recognized for leading initiatives in timber floor vibration standards and developing multiple tuned mass damper systems. Principal Investigator for projects funded by prestigious organizations. Active involvement in consultancy, research, and academic engagement, including editorial roles and conference organization. Committed to advancing the field through teaching, research, and administrative leadership.
Qualifications š
I was awarded a Bachelor of Engineering degree in civil engineering, and then focused on structural vibration control and modern timber structures during my Ph.D. degree. My Ph.D. thesis explored a temperature controlled semi-active tuned mass damper using
shape memory alloy for vibration reduction applications. Certificates summary: 06/2023, Fellowship of the Institute of Higher Education Academy, UK 09/2018, Teaching Certification by Ministry of Education, Peopleās Republic of China 07/2017, PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Bath, UK
07/2013, BEng in Civil Engineering, Beijing University of Technology, China
Employment History š¼
- Lecturer in Structural Engineering, Newcastle University, UK, 2022-present
- Lecturer, Faulty of Architecture, Civil and Transportation Engineering, Beijing University of Technology, China, 2017-2022
Research Interests š¬
- Leading research on bio-based material constructions for earthquake response, wind/human-induced vibration, innovative use of smart materials, and structural vibration control.
Impact š„
- Leading initiatives in timber floor vibration standards and development of multiple tuned mass damper systems for timber floors.
- Investigating wind-induced vibration of tall timber structures across Europe, contributing to industry design standards.
Research Projects š
- Principal Investigator for multiple projects funded by National Natural Science Foundation of China and other organizations.
- Collaborator on various research projects focusing on seismic control, wind-induced vibration, and urban viaduct mechanisms.
Consultancy Projects šļø
- Conducted consultancy on wind-induced vibration of timber structures for Martisons, Sweden.
Research and Personal Awards š
- Received Assessment with Excellence awards from Beijing University of Technology.
Invited Seminars/Lectures š£ļø
- Delivered seminars on timber floor vibrations, seismic control, and shape memory alloy applications at various institutions.
External Academic Engagement š
- Editorial board member and guest editor for journals, reviewer for multiple academic journals, and active member of Wood Technical Forum.
Conference Organization šŖ
- Co-organized international conferences and served as conference coordinator.
Teaching and Supervision š
- Taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in structural engineering and supervised numerous student projects.
Administrative Role š¢
- School Exchange Coordinator at Newcastle University, providing mentorship and organizing internationalization seminars for students.