Timber and hybrid floor human induced vibration

Timber is a sustainable alternative to concrete and steel, offering a lower carbon footprint and benefits such as high strength-to-weight ratio, ease of prefabrication, and rapid on-site assembly. However, timber floors have low mass and limited stiffness, making them prone to vibrations that can reduce occupant comfort. Steel beams, particularly the innovative Deltabeam system, enhance load-carrying capacity and control deflections in hybrid timber–steel floors. This project will use finite element modelling to study how Deltabeam–CLT floors respond to human-induced loads, identify potential serviceability issues, and explore ways to improve performance. The internship will support international collaboration and contribute to safer, more comfortable, and sustainable mass timber buildings.

Faculty Supervisor:

Sardar Malek

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Partner:

Griffith University

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Victoria

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