Laboratory of Reinforced Concrete and Seismic Design of Structures
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Laboratory Details
Laboratory Title: Laboratory of Reinforced Concrete and Seismic Design of Structures
Faculty: Engineering
School: Civil Engineering
Email: chaliori@civil.duth.gr
Telephone: 0030 2541079632 -472 -471
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Introduction - Presentation
https://utopia.duth.gr/chaliori/RC_Lab_(ENG).pdf
Field of Research
The Laboratory is active in the fields of analysis, assessment, monitoring, and strengthening of Reinforced Concrete Structures (RCS), prestressed concrete structures, and historic masonry buildings. Its research focuses on the investigation of the mechanical and seismic behavior of structural members and systems through experimental testing, in-situ inspections, and advanced analytical and numerical simulations. Particular emphasis is placed on the development and evaluation of innovative repair and strengthening techniques using composite materials, the assessment of the load-carrying capacity and remaining service life of existing structures, and structural health monitoring through the use of smart sensing technologies. In parallel, the Laboratory promotes the transfer of knowledge and technology to the construction industry and infrastructure management authorities, contributing to the development of safer, more resilient, and sustainable engineering structures.
Laboratory Members
| Name | Position/Capacity | Telephone | |
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| Konstantinos Chalioris | Διευθυντής Εργαστηρίου, ΔΕΠ/ Καθηγητής | chaliori@civil.duth.gr | 0030 25410 79632 -472 -471 |
| Theodoros Rousakis | ΔΕΠ/ Καθηγητής | trousak@civil.duth.gr | 0030 25410 79645 |
| Emmanouil Golias | Laboratory Teaching Staff | egkolias@civil.duth.gr | 0030 25410 79490 |
| Stefanos Kellis | Special Technical Laboratory Staff | skellis@civil.duth.gr | 0030 25410 79483 |
Featured Research Programs
| Programme Title | Duration | Funding |
|---|---|---|
| Resilient Vertical Forest Renovation of Reinforced Concrete Structures in Seismic Prone Areas (GREENERGY-15376) | 4/2024 - 2/2026 | ELIDEK, Greece 2.0 NATIONAL RECOVERY AND RESILIENCE PLAN “BASIC RESEARCH FINANCING” (Horizontal support for all Sciences) ID 16618 – Subproject 1 (MIS: 5163923) |
| Micro-credentials in Construction Sector (Green Circle) | 12/2023 - 12/2026 | ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants, Granting authority: European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA), Grant managed through EU Funding and Tenders Portal |
| Nature-Based Solutions for Demonstrating Climate-Resilient Critical Infrastructure (NATURE-DEMO) | 6/2024 - 6/2028 | HORIZON Innovation Actions, Granting authority: European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA), Grant managed through EU Funding and Tenders Portal |
Featured Publications
| Chronological Order | APP | doi |
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| Novel approach for strengthening T-beams deficient in shear with near-surface mounted CFRP ropes in form of closed stirrups, Developments in the Built Environment, 2024 | 10.1016/j.dibe.2024.100394 | |
| Assessment of Seismic Performance and Structural Health Monitoring of a Retrofitted Reinforced Concrete Structure with Polyurethane-Based Interventions and Vertical Greenery Systems, Polymers, 2025 | 10.3390/polym17233104 | |
| Seismic strengthening of external beam-column joints with plain bars using minimally invasive FRP layouts, Engineering Structures, 2025 | 10.1016/j.engstruct.2025.121517 |
Infrastructure and Equipment
Patents
| Patent Title | Patent Number | Publication Date | Inventor/Company | Summary | URL |
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| Autonomous Remote Real-time Structural Integrity Monitoring System (ARRSIMS) | 1010988 | 2025-07-02 00:00:00 | Maria Styliani Voutetaki, Nikolaos Papadopoulos, Maria Naoum, Georgios Sapidis, Konstantinos Chalioris, Georgios Pentes, Democritus University of Thrace (DUTh) | The invention relates to a system for the autonomous and continuous real-time monitoring of the structural integrity of structures and infrastructure. The system consists of a base station and at least one measuring device connected to a network of piezoelectric sensors. Each measuring device can record the responses of up to eight piezoelectric sensors installed on the monitored structure or infrastructure. The system is energy autonomous and supports remote management, providing operators with real-time data for the early diagnosis and detection of structural damage. | |
| MasonryBee | 1010959 | 2025-05-29 00:00:00 | Maria Styliani Voutetaki, Athanasia Thomoglou, Konstantinos Chalioris, Stefanos Kellis, Iakovos Fantidis, Democritus University of Thrace (DUTh) | The invention concerns two types of bee-friendly bricks, intended either as structural building materials or as architectural/decorative elements. The bricks incorporate cavities of various sizes formed through openings on their surface, creating natural habitats for attracting and supporting solitary (wild) pollinating bees. The structural brick is designed for horizontal placement, while the architectural/decorative brick is intended for vertical placement and includes an arched upper surface. Both designs feature non-through cylindrical cavities and decorative openings, contributing simultaneously to biodiversity enhancement and sustainable architectural design. | |
| The method of anti-seismic protection of frames and filling walls in frame buildings | EP3779101A1 | 2023-03-01 Publication of EP3779101B1 Status: Active Anticipated expiration: 2040-08-15 | Arkadiusz Kwiecien, Boguslaw Zajac, Feil Lukasz, Tugrul Akylldiz, Alper Ilki, Matija Gams, Alberto VISKOVIC, Theodoros Rousakis, Miha Kramar | The method of anti-seismic protection of frames and filling walls in frame buildings whereby a cushioning layer (3) based on polyurethane is applied between the skeleton frame (1) and at least vertical surfaces of the filling wall (2) adjacent to the skeleton frame (1), wherein it is recommended that the cushioning layer is also applied between the upper surface of the filling wall (2) and the adjacent horizontal beam of the skeleton frame (1). | https://patents.google.com/patent/EP3779101A1/en |
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