On 15th November 2024, Yasuo Yamasaki (M1), Concrete Laboratory, Department of Civil Engineering, recieved the Best Young Researcher's Paper Award in The 18th East Asia-Pacific Conference on Structural Engineering and Construction (EASEC-18) .
Yamasaki-san received the award from the plenary chair, Prof Somnuk Tangtermsirikul, who is also an alumnus of the University.
The Best Young Researcher's Paper Award in The 18th East Asia-Pacific Conference on Structural Engineering and Construction(EASEC-18)
Three papers were selected from participants below 35 years old for the Best Young Researcher's Paper Award. A total of 283 papers were presented in this conference.
About awarded research
We have investigated the use of fibre reinforced thermoplastic polymer (FRTP) bars made from basalt fibres. In particular, this paper discusses the load bearing mechanisms of RC beams using both steel and basalt FRTP rods, using both experimental and analytical methods.
Your impression & future plan
I am very honored to receive the Best Young Researcher's Paper Award. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all my supervisors, advisors, and those who have collaborated with me. I believe that the new materials used in this research have the potential to change the conventional design of concrete structures. I would like to continue to explore its potential through our research and active publications.