Abstract:
The seminar aims to introduce the fundamental concepts, theory, and methods behind acoustic emission (AE) testing in civil engineering, supported by applications and case studies from the literature. The seminar will cover: (a) an overview of monitoring processes and non-destructive techniques, (b) basics of acoustic wave theory, (c) noise characterization, (d) event localization, (e) damage/degradation identification, (f) instrumentation and practical implementation, (g) established data analysis methods, (h) recent applications and case studies involving reinforced concrete, rock, metals, and composites, and (i) direct experience of Dr. D’Angela in the context of his research.
The seminar is intended for researchers/PhD candidates/students in engineering and architecture, as well as practicing engineers, architects, and technical professionals involved in civil structures. No prior knowledge of monitoring techniques is required, although a basic understanding of mathematics and physics is necessary. The objective is to provide essential background and illustrative applications, fostering both technical understanding and scientific curiosity on the topic.
Bio:
Dr. Danilo D’Angela is an assistant professor of structural engineering at the University of Naples Federico II (https://www.docenti.unina.it/danilo.dangela), where he teaches structural engineering and healthcare building. He holds a PhD in civil engineering from the University of Greenwich, with a dissertation on damage assessment of metallic structural components using acoustic emission and finite element analysis. His research focuses on the seismic design and assessment of reinforced concrete buildings, seismic performance and resilience of nonstructural elements, particularly in healthcare facilities, and structural health monitoring of bridges.
Dr. D’Angela has authored more than 55 scientific publications, including over 25 papers in high-impact international journals, and collaborates widely with academic institutions, engineering firms, and research organizations in Italy and abroad. He has held visiting research positions at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, the University of Cassino, and the University of Ljubljana, and he supervised PhD students and engineering students/researchers across multiple engineering programs. His work has received national and international recognitions and contributed to the development of technical guidelines and pre-code design and assessment criteria. He is member of national and international scientific associations in the field of structural and seismic engineering.
Open to all. Attendees external to Imperial need to register by email.
Time: 1:00 pm