Pictured above: Dr. Chris Pantelides Presents to the Structural Engineers Association of Utah (SEAU) in Layton Auditorium.
Civil and Environmental Engineering (CvEEN) professor Dr. Chris Pantelides was recently invited by the Structural Engineers Association of Utah (SEAU) to present his cutting-edge research on mass timber buildings. The presentation, titled “Mass Timber Frame with Buckling Restrained Braces,” took place on Tuesday, January 14.
A professor of structural engineering at the U for over 30 years, Pantelides’s work highlights the potential of mass timber as a sustainable alternative to traditional construction materials. By using engineered wood products like cross-laminated timber (CLT) and laminated veneer lumber (LVL), his research addresses challenges in seismic performance and structural resilience. These advancements not only improve safety but also promote environmentally friendly construction by reducing reliance on steel and concrete, which have a higher carbon footprint.
SEAU, established in 1980, is a premier organization dedicated to advancing structural engineering through collaboration, education, and public awareness. Dr. Pantelides’s invitation to speak underscores the significance of his contributions to the field and their potential impact on sustainable construction practices.
Chris Pantelides Presents to SEAU
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