Faculty Member at Ayatollah Boroujerdi University, Boroujerd, Iran
Profile
Summary🌟
Dr. Seyed Rasoul Nabavian is a highly accomplished civil engineer and academic leader with expertise in structural engineering, dynamic structural identification, and space structures. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Noshirvani University of Technology and is currently a faculty member and head of the Civil Engineering Department at Ayatollah Boroujerdi University. With numerous awards and a strong research background, he has contributed extensively to the fields of concrete technology, modal testing, and structural health monitoring. 🏆
🎓 Education & Academic Excellence
Dr. Seyed Rasoul Nabavian holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Noshirvani University of Technology, specializing in dynamic properties of double-layer grids. He ranked 19th nationally in the PhD entrance exam, and consistently topped his class during his Bachelor’s and Master’s studies in Structural Engineering, earning top honors and GPAs above 18.
💼Professional Experience
Dr. Nabavian has established himself as a leader in both academia and industry. As a Faculty Member and Head of the Civil Engineering Department at Ayatollah Boroujerdi University, he has mentored countless students and contributed to the growth of the department. His expertise extends beyond the classroom, as he has actively participated in various research initiatives with organizations such as the Defense Industries Organization and the Mazandaran Building Engineering System Organization. Dr. Nabavian’s professional experience also includes roles in concrete laboratory tests, geotechnical studies, and the management of residential building projects.
🌍 Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Nabavian’s research interests focus on a wide range of cutting-edge topics in civil engineering, particularly in space structures, double-layer grids, cable domes, modal testing, and structural health monitoring. His work in Operational Modal Analysis (OMA) and output-only modal identification has contributed to advancements in damage detection and system identification of structures under dynamic conditions. Additionally, his research on recycled aggregate concrete, fiber-reinforced concrete, and impact-resistant materials aligns with the growing emphasis on sustainable construction.
👨🏫Teaching Experience
Dr. Nabavian has consistently demonstrated a passion for education throughout his career. He has taught at Noshirvani University of Technology, Ayatollah Boroujerdi University, and Tabari Higher Education Institute, where he has inspired students with his in-depth knowledge of civil engineering principles. His role as a thesis supervisor and advisor has allowed him to guide emerging researchers in structural health monitoring, seismic evaluation, and material science. He has supervised numerous graduate and postgraduate theses, including groundbreaking research on seismic isolation and fiber-reinforced concrete. Dr. Nabavian’s dedication to teaching is reflected in his students’ academic success and his recognition as an exemplary educator.
🛠️ Technical Skills and Software Expertise
Dr. Nabavian possesses an extensive skill set in structural analysis and engineering software, including proficiency in ARTeMIS, AutoCAD, ETABS, and MATLAB. His technical acumen is complemented by advanced knowledge of signal processing, noise reduction techniques, and data analysis, which have been applied to improve the accuracy and efficiency of output-only structural identification methods.
Top Noted Publications
Output-only modal analysis of a beam via frequency domain decomposition method using noisy data
- Authors: S Mostafavian, SR Nabavian, MR Davoodi, B Navayi Neya
Journal: International Journal of Engineering
Year: 2019
Influence of nano-silica particles on fracture features of recycled aggregate concrete using boundary effect method: Experiments and prediction models
- Authors: SR Nabavian, H Fallahnejad, A Gholampour
Journal: Structural Concrete
Year: 2024
Damping estimation of a double-layer grid by output-only modal identification
- Authors: SR Nabavian, MR Davoodi, B Navayi Neya, SA Mostafavian
Journal: Scientia Iranica
Year: 2021
Effect of noise on output-only structural identification of beams
- Authors: SR Nabavian, MR Davoodi, B Navayi Neya, SA Mostafavian
Journal: Journal of Structural and Construction Engineering
Year: 2020
Fracture characteristics of recycled aggregate concrete using work-of-fracture and size effect methods: the effect of water to cement ratio
- Authors: H Fallahnejad, SR Nabavian, A Gholampour
Journal: Archives of Civil and Mechanical Engineering
Year: 2024