Vahid Akrami
Faculty of Engineering
Department of Civil Engineering
Phone: 045-31505826
Email: v.akrami@uma.ac.ir
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1464-2683
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Biography
Vahid Akrami is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Mohaghegh Ardabili. He received his B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Urmia University in 2007. He then continued his studies, earning his M.Sc. in Earthquake Engineering from Sharif University of Technology in 2010 and his Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology in 2016. His primary research interests lie in Structural and Earthquake Engineering, focusing on the numerical modeling and behavior analysis of structures, structural system identification, and damage detection in structures. Some of the courses he has taught include Statics, Structural Analysis I & II, Principles of Earthquake and Wind Engineering, National Building Codes, Theory of Plates and Shells, and Inelastic Structural Analysis.
Education
B.Sc.: Civil Engineering, Civil Branch, Urmia University
M.Sc.:
Civil Engineering, Earthquake Branch, Sharif University of Technology
Ph.D.: Civil Engineering, Structural Branch, Amirkabir University of Technology
Awards
- Received "2024-Best Reviewer" award from the Korean Society of Steel Structures (KSSS).
- Member of the Technical Committee and Team for Developing the Earthquake Design Guidelines for Power Transmission Stations in Iran, Tavanir Company.
- Member of the Technical Committee and Team for Developing the Earthquake Design Guidelines for Gas-Isolated Stations, Tavanir Company.
- Member of the Technical-Specialized Working Group for Reviewing the Guidelines for Seismic Assessment and Rehabilitation of Gas Supply Systems (Publication 606).
- Authored and translated two books in the field of earthquake design for power transmission stations.
- Reviewed over 300 articles for 11 journals (9 WOS journals and 2 ISC journals).
- Ranked in the 99th percentile of reviewers in the field of Civil Engineering-Structures in WOS rankings.
- Published over 30 articles in reputable scientific journals and presented over 30 papers at prestigious national and international conferences.
- Awarded the title of Outstanding Educational Professor for several semesters.
Memberships
Building Engineering Regulatory Organization (Design, Supervision, and Construction)
Fields of Interest
• Structural Engineering
- Application of analytical methods for estimating the response of plates and shells
- Modeling and analysis of the behavior of innovative structural systems and elements
- Investigation of structural behavior under fire loading
- Analysis of structural behavior under progressive collapse
• Earthquake Engineering
- Modeling and analysis of the behavior of structural systems and elements under seismic loads
- Optimization of structural systems subjected to seismic loads
- Study of structural behavior under post-earthquake fire
- Seismic performance evaluation of special structures (e.g., power transmission towers) under earthquake loads
• Multidisciplinary Fields
- Structural System Identification using Operational Modal Analysis methods
- Damage detection in structures
- Research on structural analysis using Neural Networks
- Seismic behavior of power transmission towers and substations
37 - K Shakeri, V Akrami, S Moradpour, S Khedmati,Post-earthquake Behavior of Steel Moment Resisting Frames with Connections Modified by Introducing Reduced Beam Section (RBS),2024
36 - V Akrami, A Adili, K Shakeri, N Shahbazi,An Investigation on the Cyclic Behavior of I-Shaped Beam to Circular Column Moment Connections with Channel Link,2023
35 - V Akrami, M Norouzi,A numerical study on the cyclic behavior of special truss moment frames with X-shaped pipe damper,2023
34 - K Shakeri, SM Miryousefi Aval, V Akrami, E Khansoltani,Progressive collapse analysis of intermediate moment-resisting steel frame under fire-induced column failure,2023
33 - S Esmaeili Niari, S Yaghoubi, V Akrami,Experimental study on the behavior of steel tubular columns filled with concrete containing iron filings,2022
32 - P Parviz, K Shakeri, V Akrami,MULTI-HAZARD ROBUSTNESS OF SPECIAL AND INTERMEDIATE MOMENT FRAMES DUE TO EARTHQUAKE AND FIRE,2022
31 - S Erfani, A Vakili, V Akrami,Numerical investigation on the flexural links of eccentrically braced frames with web openings,2022
30 - K Shakeri, V Akrami, HR Shokrgozar, A Arden,Comparing responses of special and intermediate moment frames under repeated earthquakes,2022
29 - A Gholizad, V Akrami, S Kheirandish,Investigating the Pattern of Progressive Collapse in Double-Layer Dome Space Trusses,2022
28 - NS Esmaeili, V Akrami,Experimental study on the behavior of steel tubular columns filled with concrete containing iron filings,2022
27 - V Akrami,Development of strut model for evaluating shear capacity of beams with elongated circular web openings,2021
26 - S Erfani, A Vakili, V Akrami,Numerical investigation on the flexural links of eccentrically braced frames with web openings,2021
25 - HR Shokrgozar, V Akrami, TJ Ma'af, N Shahbazi,The effect of different retrofitting techniques on the axial load carrying capacity of damaged cylindrical shells,2021
24 - V Akrami, M Norouzi, S Teymour-Moghaddam,A parametric study on the axial load carrying capacity of dented cylindrical columns,2021
23 - A Gholizad, S Teymour-Moghaddam, V Akrami,Seismic Evaluation of Coupled Shear Walls with Divided Coupling Beams,2021
22 - K Shakeri, V Akrami, ES Ardabili, S Esmaeili,The effects of gravity loads on the seismic behavior of moment frames with reduced web beams,2020
21 - S Erfani, V Akrami, A Mohammad-nejad,Lateral load resisting behavior of steel moment frames with reduced web section (RWS) beams,2020
20 - S Erfani, V Akrami,A nonlinear macro-model for numerical simulation of perforated steel beams,2019
19 - V Akrami, SM Zamani,Enhanced least square complex frequency method for operational modal analysis of noisy data,2018
18 - V Akrami, S Erfani,An analytical and numerical study on the buckling of cracked cylindrical shells,2017
17 - S Erfani, V Akrami,Increasing seismic energy dissipation of steel moment frames using reduced web section (RWS) connection,2017
16 - S Erfani, M Naseri, V Akrami,Effect of in-service strengthening on the axial load carrying capacity of steel box columns,2017
15 - V Akrami, S Erfani,Review and assessment of design methodologies for perforated steel beams,2016
14 - S Erfani, V Akrami,Evaluation of cyclic fracture in perforated beams using micromechanical fatigue model,2016
13 - V Akrami, S Erfani,Effect of local web buckling on the cyclic behavior of reduced web beam sections (RWBS),2015
12 - V Akrami, S Erfani,A Numerical Investigation on the Appropriate Corner Radii of Beam Web Opening in Steel Moment Frames,2015
11 - RK Mohammadi, V Akrami, F Nikfar,An improvement to seismic design of substation support structures,2013
10 - S Erfani, AB Naseri, V Akrami,The beneficial effects of beam web opening in seismic behavior of steel moment frames,2012
9 - A Gholizad, AA Golafshani, V Akrami,Structural reliability of offshore platforms considering fatigue damage and different failure scenarios,2012
8 - RK Mohammadi, V Akrami, F Nikfar,Dynamic properties of substation support structures,2012
7 - RK Mohammadi, F Nikfar, V Akrami,Estimation of required slack for conductors connecting substation equipment subjected to earthquake,2012
6 - RK Mohammadi, F Nikiar, V Akrami, M Mohammadi, MAJSAR Rahnavard, ...,BARGII,2011
5 - M Mohammadi, V Akrami, R Mohammadi-Ghazi,Methods to improve infilled frame ductility,2011
4 - M Mohammadi, V Akrami,An engineered infilled frame: Behavior and calibration,2010
3 - M Mohammadi, V Akrami, R Mohammadi,Experimental and analytical studies on the infilled frames with frictional sliding fuses,2010
2 - M Mohammadi-Gh, V Akrami,Application of frictional sliding fuse in infilled frames, fuse adjustment and influencing parameters,2010
1 - AA Golafshani, V Akrami, A Gholizad,Inspection Planning Of Fixed Offshore Platforms Using Second-Order Third-Moment Fatigue Reliability,2010
4 - A numerical study on the cyclic behavior of special truss moment frames with X-shaped pipe damper
3 - Seismic Vulnerability Assessment at Urban Scale Using Geographic Information System Data, Phase 1: Feasibility Study for the City of Ardabil
2 - Evaluating axial load carrying capacity of damaged cylindrical columns and its retrofitting
1 - Development of truss model for evaluating load carrying capacity of reduced web beams
+ Assistant Dean for Education, Faculty of Engineering (2022)
برنامه هفتگی استاد در ترم جاری
| نام درس | مقطع | زمان و مکان ارائه |
|---|---|---|
| ایستایی | کارشناسی |
سه شنبه - کلاس 4 - 8:00 الی 11:00 |
| تحلیل سازه | کارشناسی |
دوشنبه - کلاس 7 - 8:00 الی 11:00 |
| تئوری صفحات و پوسته ها | کارشناسی ارشد |
یکشنبه - کلاس 13-2 - 13:00 الی 16:00 |
| تحلیل غیرارتجاعی سازه | دکتری |
یکشنبه - اتاق استاد - 9:00 الی 12:00 |
1 - Development of Novel Data-Driven Tools for Identifying Vibrational Properties of Multi-Degree-of-Freedom Systems, Saeed Khedmati,
Master
4 - Investigation of the Effect of Gravity Loads on the Seismic Behavior of Moment Frames with Openings in the Beam Web (Second Supervisor), Ehsan Shoa Ardebili, 2019
3 - Investigating the Dynamic Behavior of Timoshenko Beams on a Generalized Foundation under Accelerated Moving Loads (Advisor), Hassan Rezaei, 2019
2 - Optimal Configuration for the Cross-Section of Knee Braces, Amirreza Jahanbakhsh, 2018
1 - The optimal cross-section of coupling beams in coupled shear wall systems, Sasan Teymoor Moghaddam, 2018
Seismic Performance Evaluation of Low-Rise RC Moment Frames Considering Soil-Structure Interaction and Beam-Column Joint Effects
Investigating the Effect of Geometric Parameters on the Identification of Dynamic Properties of Double-Layer Truss Domes
Automatic Identification of Vibration Frequencies in Double-Layer Flat Trusses Using the Neighborhood Radius Technique
Investigation of Novel Damage Detection Methods in Bridges and Truss Structures
Investigation of System Identification Methods in Structures and Removing Noise Effects from Data
Numerical Modeling of Steel Beam-to-Column Connection under Fire Loading
Effect of Column Dimension Strengthened with CFRP Fibers Along the Plastic Hinge Length of Reinforced Concrete Columns
Effect of CFRP Fiber Strengthening Pattern Along the Plastic Hinge Length of Reinforced Concrete Columns
Investigation of the Behavior of a Cracked Beam on an Elastic Foundation under Uniform Load Using Analytical and Numerical Methods
Buckling of Cracked Beam-Columns Due toRepetitive Axial Loads
Numerical Study of the Effect of Various Crack Parameters on the Axial Load-Bearing Capacity of Thin-Walled Cylinders
Investigation of the Buckling Capacity of Damaged Cylinders
Investigation of the Behavior of a Type of Moment Connection in Cold-Formed Steel Structures under Cyclic Lateral Load
Comparison of the Dynamic Behavior of a Conventional Steel Moment Frame with a Steel Moment Frame Having an Opening in the Beam Web
Comparison of the Effect of Opening Location on the Dynamic Behavior of Frames with Openings in the Beam Web
Investigating the Effect of Connection Toughness on the Fragility of Steel Moment Frames
Investigation of the Bending Capacity of Damaged Thin-Walled Metal Cylinders
Investigating the Effect of Sensor Placement on Health Monitoring of Power Transmission Towers Using an Updating Method Based on Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm
Damage Identification in Truss Structures Using an Updating Method Based on Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm
Investigation of the Optimal Failure Mode in Steel Moment Frames
Investigation of the Optimal Beam-to-Column Capacity Ratio in Steel Moment Frames
Numerical Investigation of the Effect of Sequential Loading on the Behavior of Steel Moment Connections
Sensitivity Analysis of Double-Layer Braced Barrels to Static Member Removal
Comparison of the Seismic Behavior of Intermediate and Special Steel Moment Frames Considering Cyclic Degradation Effects of Connections
Investigation of the Seismic Behavior of Special Steel Moment Frames under Successive Earthquakes Considering Cyclic Degradation Effects of Connections
Effects of Steel Yield Stress and Web Thickness of the Fuse on the Ductility of Knee Braces
Investigation of Numerical Modeling Methods for Concrete Coupled Shear Walls under Cyclic Loading
Investigation of the Behavior of Link Beams in Coupled Shear Walls
