Research and expertise
I specialize in civil engineering with a focus on finite element modeling, structural analysis, and machine learning applications in the field. I have extensive experience in numerical methods, damage and fracture analysis, and structural engineering. My work also incorporates AI to predict defect and degradation.
Current research activity
- Enhancing understanding of the degradation processes
- Investigating inspection and condition assessment strategies
- Developing modelling techniques, leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence, to evaluate current, and forecast future, degradation
Recently completed research projects
- Data-intelligence modelling for concrete-filled steel tube columns (under process)
Recent publications
- Ashrafian, A., Panahi, E., Salehi, S., & Taheri Amiri, M. J. (2022). On the implementation of the interpretable data-intelligence model for designing service life of structural concrete in a marine environment. Ocean Engineering, 2022. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceaneng.2022.111523
- Ashrafian, A., Panahi, E., Salehi, S., Karoglou, M., & Asteris, P. G. (2023). Mapping the strength of agro-ecological lightweight concrete using artificial intelligence techniques. Structures, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.istruc.2022.12.108
- Ashrafian, A., Behnood, A., Mohammadi Golafshani, E., Panahi, E., & Berenjian, J. (2023). Evaluation of pozzolanic mixtures incorporating industrial by-products. Structural Concrete, 2023. https://doi.org/10.1002/suco.202300452
Enterprise
Recently completed projects
- Designed structural frameworks using Etabs and Sap software for large-scale construction projects
Short courses
- Etabs & Safe
Consultancies
- Structural Engineer and Supervisor-Delta Bonyan Company, Neka, Iran, (Jan2022-Sep2024)
- Structural Engineer -Waffle Cuboid, Babol, Iran, (Mar2018-Dec2021)
Profile
I am an experienced structural engineer with a background in engineering and structures. My work involves complex structural analysis, finite element modeling, and the application of machine learning in civil engineering. With strong academic and industry experience, I aim to bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications in infrastructure development.
I contributed to learning and teaching activities at Babol Noshirvani University of Technology in Iran:
Undergraduate
- Teaching Assistant in Fluid Mechanics (Babol Noshirvani University of Technology, Iran)
Professional affiliations
- Member, Construction Engineering Organization (Iran)
Awards
- Full scholarship for master's studies (Babol Noshirvani University of Technology, Iran)
- Awarded a fully funded PhD studentship at the Department of Architecture, Building, and Civil Engineering, Loughborough University, 2025
External activities
- Conference participant at the 12th International Congress on Civil Engineering (July 2021)