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Data Driven Design in Civil and Structural Engineering

Posted on July 11, 2017

By David Swanson

In early May I attended the Health Facilities Institute 28th Annual Symposium and listened to an inspiring talk by David Morgareidge and Sean Carr of Page Architects, a firm filled with cutting-edge thinkers. Their presentation was on the use of… Continue Reading

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Lifeline System Standard for Post-Disaster Evaluation

Posted on June 6, 2017

By Kenny O’Neill (PE, SE, Associate), David Swanson

Earthquakes are a significant natural hazard in the United States. Earthquakes are particularly impactful because a big earthquake could occur over a large geographic area and cause significant damage to structures. Other types of natural hazards, such as high wind,… Continue Reading

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An Engineer’s Journey to Machu Picchu

Posted on January 24, 2017

By David Swanson

Learning is Part of the Job One of the best aspects of being a professional engineer is that we continuously learn about engineering and our world. Reid Middleton recently began work on a project in Peru, and after we visited… Continue Reading

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New Technology in Structural Design: Improving Old Buildings

Posted on April 5, 2016

By David Swanson

This is the second in a two-part series; in case you missed it, here is part 1. The use of technological advancements in structural analyses and measurements helps us better understand the structural systems that we are designing. Better understanding… Continue Reading

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Engineers and Emergency Managers – Partners in Preparedness

Posted on June 17, 2014

By David Swanson

Civil and structural engineers are not that involved in the emergency management profession.  Why is that?  Are we, as a profession, unaware of the emergency management professionals and the key role they plan in the disaster preparedness, response, and recovery… Continue Reading

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