Prof. Arash Rahmatian | Structural Engineering | Research Excellence Award
University of Houston-Downtown | United States
Prof. Arash Rahmatian, Ph.D., P.Eng., P.E., is Professor of Engineering at the University of Houston-Downtown and Chief Engineer at Advance Forensic Engineering LLC, specializing in structural and forensic engineering. With over two decades of professional experience, he has led complex investigations involving structural failures, foundation movements, fire and explosion damage, and storm-related losses, while providing technical leadership in design, inspection, and project management. His research focuses on structural health monitoring, fiber-reinforced polymer systems, ultra-high-performance concrete, finite element analysis, and resilient infrastructure solutions, resulting in peer-reviewed publications and innovative engineering applications. Dr. Rahmatian is a licensed Professional Engineer in multiple jurisdictions and holds project management certification. His recognitions include awards from the American Concrete Institute and the Slag Cement Association, along with service on professional committees and active membership in leading engineering organizations, reflecting his sustained contributions to research, education, and professional practice. His research impact includes 39 citations, 9 publications, and an h-index of 2.
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Featured Publications
Tracking of defects in reinforced concrete bridges using digital images
– Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering
Long-term performance monitoring of GFRP-reinforced concrete beams using sensor-mounted supplemental rebars under harsh environmental conditions
– Journal of Civil Structural Health Monitoring
Modeling of supplemental bar-mounted fiber optic strain sensor for structural health monitoring applications
– Journal of Testing and Evaluation
Serviceability and Structural Behavior of FRP-RC Beams under Different Weathering Conditions and Fatigue
– Applied Mechanics and Materials