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System Dynamics Laboratory


RESEARCH

RESEARCH TOPICS

The following research topics are carried out at the present time

  • Uncertainty quantification, identification and propagation in large scale simulations of complex mechanical systems
  • Fatigue lifetime predictions in the entire body of metallic structures using limited number of sensors
  • Active Structural Control
  • Finite element structural model updating and validation 
  • Structural damage detection and identification using vibration measurements
  • Fatigue reliability of vibratory systems under random loading
  • Design optimization under uncertainty 
  • Topology optimization of structures under loading and structural uncertainty

 

PROJECTS

Title: CP-SPIN: Cyber-Physical Systems for the Design, Monitoring, Control, and Operation of Smart Production Systems, Infrastructure, and Vehicle Networks   Code: 6613.15.01
Funding: Regional Operational Program of Thessaly, Partnership Agreement for the Development Framework 2014-2020   Budget: 350.000 € €
Partners: University R & I Center JASON: Institute for Intelligent Production Systems and Intelligent Cities, Labs: Production Management, System Dynamics, and Computers (DME), Computer Systems (DECE).   Responsible:  
Duration: 2023 - 2024  
 
Title: Dynamic virtualisation: modelling performance of engineering structures (DyVirt)   Code:
Funding: European Union - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Innovative Training Networks   Budget: Total: , UTH: 463.173 €
Partners: University of Thessaly, Eight more European Universities and Industrial partners   Responsible:  
Duration: 2018 - 2022  
 
Title: Dynamic Virtualization: Modelling Performance of Engineering Structures (DyVirt) - Εθνική Συμμετοχή   Code:
Funding: European Union - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Innovative Training Networks   Budget: 4.362 €
Partners: University of Thessaly   Responsible:  
Duration: 2019 - 2020  
 
Title: Bayesian Uncertainty Quantification for Updating Systematic Damage Description Models   Code:
Funding: IKY under program IKYDA – Promotion of the Exchange and Scientific Collaboration between Greece and Germany   Budget: 10.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly, University of Bauhaus-Weimar   Responsible:  
Duration: 2015 - 2017  
 
Title: Robust Aerostructural Optimization based on New Higher-Order Adjoint Methods   Code:
Funding: Greek General Secretariat of Research and Technology   Budget: 150.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly   Responsible:  
Duration: 2012 - 2015  
 
Title: Uncertainty Quantification and Propagation in Complex Structural Dynamics Simulations using Monitoring Data (UQ-dynamics)   Code:
Funding: Greek General Secretariat of Research and Technology (Program Excellence)   Budget: 180.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly   Responsible:  
Duration: 2012 - 2015  
 
Title: Management of Uncertainties in Structural Response and Reliability Simulations using Measured Data   Code:
Funding: Greek Ministry of Education (Hrakleitos II)   Budget: 45,000 Euro €
Partners: University of Thessaly   Responsible:  
Duration: 2010 - 2013  
 
Title: Evaluation of Repair of Damaged Buildings due to Earthquakes using Vibration Measurements and Software   Code:
Funding: Innovation Coupons provided by Greek General Secretariat of Research and Technology (GSRT)   Budget: 7.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly, Institute of Mechanics, Materials and Geomechanics (IMMG)   Responsible:  
Duration: 2009 - 2011  
 
Title: Modal Identification and Model Updating of Egnatia Odos Bridges and Upgrading of GUI-based Modal Identification and Model Updating Software   Code:
Funding: Egnatia Odos SA   Budget: 26.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly   Responsible:  
Duration: 2007 - 2009  
 
Title: Dynamic Response and Design Optimisation of Vehicle Structures   Code:
Funding: Ministry of Development — Secretariat of Research & Technology   Budget: total:139.000 €, UTH:60.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly (UTH), Aristotle University of Thessaloniki   Responsible:  
Duration: 2005 - 2008  
 
Title: Advanced Methods for Structural Health Monitoring   Code:
Funding: IKYDA – Promotion of the Exchange and Scientific Collaboration between Greece and Germany   Budget: total: 10.000 €, UTH: 10.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly, Greece University of Siegen, Germany   Responsible:  
Duration: 2007 - 2008  
 
Title: Development of a Structural Identification and Damage Detection Methodology   Code:
Funding: Ministry of Education   Budget: total: 33.000 €, UTH: 33.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly (UTH)   Responsible:  
Duration: 2003 - 2005  
 
Title: Development of a Monitoring System for the Dynamic Behaviour and Assessment of Structural Integrity of Important Bridges of Egnatia Odos   Code:
Funding: EGNATIA ODOS A.E.   Budget: total: 58.000 €, UTH: 44.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly (UTH), Institute of Engng Seismology and Earthquake Engng (ITSAK)   Responsible:  
Duration: 2001 - 2003  
 
Title: Detection and Prevention of Leakages in Water Pipe Networks   Code:
Funding: Ministry of Development — Secretariat of Research & Technology   Budget: total: 150.000 €, UTH: 47.000 €
Partners: Athens Water and Sewerage Company (EYDAP), University of Thessaly (UTH)   Responsible:  
Duration: 2001 - 2003  
 
Title: Development of a Health Monitoring System for Bridges   Code:
Funding: Greek Earthquake Planning and Protection Organisation   Budget: total: 58.000 €, UTH: 39.000 €
Partners: University of Thessaly (UTH), Institute of Engng Seismology and Earthquake Engng (ITSAK)   Responsible:  
Duration: 2001 - 2003  
 
Title: Development of a System for the Modal Identification and Health Monitoring in Structures of Critical Importance   Code:
Funding: Ministry of Development — Secretariat of Research & Technology   Budget: total: 159.000 €, UTH: 48.000 €
Partners: University of Patras (UPatras), University of Thessaly (UTH), Aristotle University   Responsible:  
Duration: 2000 - 2001