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PEC to collaborate in international research project on progressive collapse
Austin, Texas, July 22 -- Protection Engineering Consultants, under the direction of Senior Principal Dr. David Stevens, will collaborate with The University of Texas, Imperial College of London and Walter P. Moore on a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grant for international cooperative research on progressive collapse of steel structures.
The project is unique in that it aims to characterize the contribution of floor systems in mitigating collapse, which is an area of research yet to be addressed. It will involve large-scale testing of 3-D structures that are two bays by two bays in plan and two stories in height. Dr. Eric Williamson leads the project for the University of Texas.
About Protection Engineering Consultants
Protection Engineering Consultants provides research, design and consulting services to enhance the physical protection of people, systems and the built environment. Working with government agencies, the design community and industry, PEC brings expertise in multi-hazard assessment and protective design to mitigate blast, ballistic and vehicular impact attacks and accidents. Through the application of established and novel scientific methodologies as well as government and industry best practices, Protection Engineering Consultants helps clients maximize the physical security of plant, property and people while preserving utility and aesthetics.
For additional information, contact:
Kirk Marchand, P.E.
Managing Principal
+1 512 380 1988
kmarchand@protection-consultants.com