Mahmood Dheyaaldin | Civil Engineering | Best Paper Award

Dr. Mahmood Dheyaaldin | Civil Engineering | Best Paper Award

.Material, Cihan University-Erbil, Iraq

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Short Biography

Dr. Mahmood Hunar Dheyaaldin is a skilled civil engineer and senior lecturer specializing in sustainable materials of construction. With extensive expertise in the construction, oil, and gas industries, he has made significant contributions to project management and construction material research. His work spans teaching, research, and onsite engineering, reflecting a commitment to innovation and quality assurance. Currently, he is a researcher and lecturer, actively involved in advancing knowledge in civil engineering.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Sustainable Materials of Construction (2022) – Cyprus International University, Nicosia
  • M.Sc. in Mechanical Structure (2017) – Gaziantep University, Turkey
  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2015) – Ishik University, Iraq

Experience 💼

Dr. Mahmood has diverse experience in academia and the civil engineering industry, particularly in quality control, sustainable construction, and project management. Notable positions include:

  • Lecturer and Researcher at Koya University (Feb 2024 – Jun 2024)
  • Civil Engineer at Kurdistan Pipeline Company (KPC) (2023)
  • QA/QC Civil Inspector at Double Kay Contracting (2024)
  • Assistant Lecturer at Tishk International University (2021 – 2022)

He has also worked on major projects involving oil pipelines, construction of security facilities, and advanced geopolymer concrete research.

Research Interests 🔬

His research focuses on sustainable construction materials, geopolymer technology, and civil engineering innovations. Specifically, he is interested in:

  • Geopolymer concrete
  • Alkali-activated materials
  • Chemical resistance in construction
  • Eco-friendly construction methods
    He collaborates with multiple international researchers to further advance these areas.

Publications Top Notes 📚

Dr. Mahmood has numerous publications in high-impact journals, contributing to the field of civil engineering. A selection of his works includes:

Effect of Stiffeners on Structural Behavior of Steel Liquid Tanks (International Journal of Energy and Engineering Sciences, 2019)

Numerical Investigation of Structural Behavior of Fiber Reinforced Polymer-Filled Sandwich Panels (International Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology, 2019)

Performance of Fiber-Reinforced Alkali-Activated Mortar with/without Nano-Silica and Nano-Alumina (Sustainability, MDPI, 2022)

Shrinkage Behaviors and Mechanical Properties of Alkali Activator Mortar (Ceramics International, Elsevier, 2022)

Preparation and Characterization of Novel Prepacked Aggregate Geopolymer (Powder Technology, Elsevier, 2022)

The Effect of Nano-Silica and Nano-Alumina with Polypropylene Fiber on Chemical Resistance of Alkali-Activated Mortar (Sustainability, MDPI, 2022)

 

Amin Darabnoush Tehrani | Buried Infrastructure Rehabilitation Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Amin Darabnoush Tehrani | Buried Infrastructure Rehabilitation Award | Best Researcher Award

Research Associate / Project Manager at The University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Amin Tehrani, PhD, PE, PACP is a Pipeline Specialist with expertise in Civil Engineering and Construction Management from the University of Texas at Arlington. He has extensive experience in trenchless technology, pipe rehabilitation, and project management. Amin has worked with renowned organizations like North Texas Municipal Water District, Freese and Nichols Inc., and ASFI Construction, LLC. He has made significant contributions to the field with research roles at the University of Texas at Arlington, focusing on innovative pipe lining technologies. Amin is recognized with an h-index of 10 and has been cited over 208 times in his field.

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Education 📚

Amin Tehrani earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structure and Construction Management from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2020. He also holds an M.S. in Civil Engineering from the same institution and a B.S. from Azad University. His academic journey equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the field, laying the foundation for his impactful career.

Experience 💼

Amin has served as a Wastewater Conveyance Engineer at North Texas Municipal Water District, overseeing capital improvement projects and providing technical support. He has also held the position of Project Manager at Freese and Nichols Inc. and ASFI Construction, LLC, where he specialized in trenchless technology rehabilitation design and project management. Additionally, Amin contributed to research projects at the University of Texas at Arlington as a Post-Doctoral Research Associate and Graduate Research/Teaching Assistant.

Research Interests 🔬

Amin’s research interests revolve around trenchless technology, pipe rehabilitation, and structural evaluation of pipe linings. He has been involved in groundbreaking research projects, including the evaluation of Polymeric Spray Applied Pipe Lining (SAPL) and the development of structural design methodologies for pipe linings. His research aims to advance the understanding and application of innovative pipe rehabilitation technologies.

Awards 🏆

Amin has received research funds totaling $300,000 for his project on Polymeric Spray Applied Pipe Lining (SAPL) Structural Evaluation through Soil Box Testing. His dedication to research and innovation has earned him recognition and funding support, reflecting his significant contributions to the field.

Publications Top Notes 📄

“Finite element analysis for ASTM C-76 reinforced concrete pipes with reduced steel cage” – 2016 Link 📖

“Laboratory Testing of Invert-cut Corrugated Metal Pipes Renewed with Polymeric Spray Applied Pipe Lining” – 2020 Link 📖

“Evaluation of Filling the Valleys of Corrugated Metal Pipes by Trenchless Spray Applied Pipe Linings” – 2019 Link 📖

“Structural evaluation of invert-cut circular and arch shape corrugated steel pipes through laboratory testing” – 2021 Link 📖