Application of Artificial Intelligence in seismic vulnerability assessment of buildings

Overview

This research topic is an area of structural engineering within the general theme of "resilient built environment".  While there has been related funded projects in the past, there is none currently. The project is to be done within the School of CEE.

Research engagement

Research activities include 1) literature review of artificial intelligence (AI) model development and application to structural engineering; 2) literature review in the area of "rapid visual screening" of existing building; 3) Literature review of simplified (index-based) seismic vulnerability assessment. The student is expected to synthesize information from these 3 reviews and draws relationships specifically between Areas 1 and 3.

Research activities

The student will be conducting literature review, with many references/text provided by the supervisor.

Outcomes

The reviews will inform the development of a methodology by QUT researchers that bridges the gap between traditional index-based assessment methods and application of modern AI-based methods. Such methodologies may be used in preparing applications for external research funding

Skills and experience

Familiarity with reinforced concrete and/or masonry structures is essential; Interest in Artificial Intelligence applications to structural engineering is essential;

Start date

1 December, 2024

End date

1 February, 2025

Location

GP-S766

Keywords

• earthquake engineering
• resilient built environment
• artificial intelligence

Contact

hossein.derakhshan@qut.edu.au