Dr. Qimao Liu
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Dr. Qimao Liu

Post-doctoral Fellow
Aalto University, Finland

Highest Degree
Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from Guangxi University, China

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Biography

Dr. Qimao Liu is currently working as Postdoctoral Researcher and Lecturer in Department of Civil and Structural Engineering, School of Engineering, Aalto University. He obtained his PhD in Structural Engineering from School of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Guangxi University, Nanning, China. His working experience includes, worked as Research/ Teaching Assistant/ Assistant Professor/ and Associate Professor at Guangxi University of Science and Technology, Liuzhou, China, Lecturer of Structural Analysis, Design and Optimization, Guangxi Liugong Machinery, Co., Ltd., and Postdoctoral Research Associate at Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Nebraska, Lincoln. His current research interests are focus on the High Performance Computing Methodologies for the Structural Dynamic Response including Linear/Nonlinear Time History Response and Random Response, Dynamic Reliability Analysis and Reliability Based Optimization Methodologies, Performance Based Design and Optimization, Sensitivity Analysis of Dynamic Responses, Structural Optimization Methodology, Finite Element Method, Earthquake Engineering, Steel Structures, Composite Structure and Non-Viscous Damping Systems. He has published 23 articles in international peer review scientific journals, and 1 paper in international conference, and 32 articles in Chinese peer review journals as author/co-author. He is member of ASCE. He is also serving as reviewer of more than 9 journals.

Area of Interest:

Physical Science Engineering
100%
Engineering Structures
62%
High Performance Computing Methodologies
90%
Complex Engineering Structures
75%
Dynamic Reliability Analysis
55%

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Selected Publications

  1. Liu, Q., 2015. On the formula of sensitivity analysis of frequencies for composite structures in the paper. Compos. Struct., 125: 58-59.
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  2. Liu, Q., 2015. Concept design of cardiovascular stents based on load identification. J. Inst. Eng. Ser. C, 96: 99-105.
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  3. Liu, Q., 2015. Analytical sensitivity analysis of frequencies and modes for composite laminated structures. Int. J. Mech. Sci., 90: 258-277.
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  4. Liu, Q. and J. Paavola, 2015. Seismic design procedure of steel frames for multi performance and hazard levels. Adv. Struct. Eng., 18: 59-74.
  5. Liu, Q. and J. Paavola, 2015. Drift reliability-based optimization method of frames subjected to stochastic earthquake ground motion. Appl. Math. Modell., 39: 982-999.
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  6. Liu, Q., J. Paavola and J. Zhang, 2014. Shape and cross-section optimization of plane trusses subjected to earthquake excitation using gradient and hessian matrix calculations. Mech. Adv. Mater. Struct., 10.1080/15376494.2014.949921.
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  7. Liu, Q., 2014. Computational method of the dynamic response for nonviscously damped structure systems. J. Eng. Mech., Vol. 140. 10.1061/(ASCE)EM.1943-7889.0000806.
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  8. Liu, Q. and J. Paavola, 2014. Sensitivity and hessian matrix analysis of structural reliability for uniformly modulated random seismic response. Mech. Res. Commun., 62: 155-161.
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  9. Liu, Q., 2013. Analytical sensitivity and hessian matrix analysis of PSD functions for random seismic responses. Comput. Struct., 120: 120-134.
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  10. Liu, Q., J. Zhang and L. Yan, 2012. Optimization design of structures subject to transient loads using first and second derivatives of dynamic displacement and stress. Shock Vibr., 19: 1445-1461.
  11. Liu, Q., 2012. Sensitivity and hessian matrix analysis of power spectral density functions for uniformly modulated evolutionary random seismic responses. Finite Elem. Anal. Design, 48: 1370-1375.
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  12. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2012. Aseismic optimal design of a frame based on sensitivity analysis. J. Vibr. Shock, 31: 99-105.
  13. Liu, Q., J. Zhang, L. Gu and L. Yan, 2011. An accurate method for first and second derivatives of dynamic responses. J. Mech., 27: 389-398.
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  14. Liu, Q., 2011. Sensitivity and hessian matrix analysis of evolutionary PSD functions for nonstationary random seismic responses. J. Eng. Mech., 138: 716-720.
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  15. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2011. Shape optimization of truss subjected to dynamic loads using gradient and hessian matrix. J. Mech. Strength, 33: 538-547.
  16. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2011. Shape and cross-section optimization of plane truss structures subjected to earthquake excitation using gradient and hessian matrix calculations. J. Beijing Univ. Technol., 37: 395-408.
  17. Liu, Q., J. Zhang and L. Yan, 2010. An optimal method for seismic drift design of concrete buildings using gradient and hessian matrix calculations. Arch. Appl. Mech., 80: 1225-1242.
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  18. Liu, Q., J. Zhang and L. Yan, 2010. A numerical method of calculating first and second derivatives of dynamic response based on Gauss precise time step integration method. Eur. J. Mech. A/Solids, 29: 370-377.
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  19. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2010. Dynamic optimization of frame structures using sensitivity calculation based on Newmark method. Eng. Mech., 27: 145-154.
  20. Liu, Q., J. Zhang and L. Yan, 2009. Response sensitivity and hessian matrix analysis of planar frames subjected to earthquake excitation. Finite Elem. Anal. Design, 45: 695-709.
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  21. Liu, Q., H. Qin and L. Yan, 2009. Influence on horizontal seismic response from variable stiffness ratio between frame structure and piles. J. Guilin Univ. Technol., 29: 88-92.
  22. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2009. Seismic optimal design for building structures using simulated annealing algorithm. J. Ningxia Univ. Nat. Sci. Ed., 30: 333-338.
  23. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2009. Dynamic reliability calculation of inter-storey drift and storey shearing force of multi-storey and high building structures. Northwestern Seismol. J., 31: 248-253.
  24. Liu, Q., L. Yan and B. Zhai, 2008. Truss shape optimization with dynamic response constraints. Mach. Design Manuf., 9: 5-7.
  25. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2008. Topology optimization of three-dimensional elastic continuum based on strain energy and topology representing array. Mech. Sci. Technol. Aerospace Eng., 27: 318-321.
  26. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2008. Seismic optimal design for building structures based on zero and first order optimization algorithms. South China J. Seismol., 28: 26-34.
  27. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2008. Earthquake force design sensitivity and hessian matrix calculation of planar frame. J. Dyn. Control, 6: 360-366.
  28. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2008. An optimal design method for special frame structures under severe earthquake loading. Northwestern Seismol. J., 30: 107-112.
  29. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2008. A seismic structural topology evolutionary optimal design method. Struct. Eng., 24: 71-75.
  30. Liu, Q., L. Yan and L. Deng, 2007. Improved simulated annealing algorithm study on shape optimal design. Comput. Eng. Appl., 43: 218-221.
  31. Liu, Q. and W. Li, 2007. A design method of rib distribution for thin plate structures based on full stress rule. Mach. Design Manuf., 1: 23-24.
  32. Liu, Q. and L. Yan, 2007. Transverse beam layout optimization design of automobile frame based on fringe yield criterion law. J. Mach. Design, 24: 31-33.
  33. Liu, Q., 2006. Optimal design of supporting plate with reinforced tendon. Mach. Design Manuf., 2: 29-30.
  34. Liu, Q. and X. Tang, 2006. Topological optimization of stress restrained 3D elastic body based on full-strain criterion. J. Mach. Design, 23: 16-18.
  35. Liu, Q. and W. Li, 2006. Microstructure topology optimization of capacitive micro-machine accelerometer. Mach. Design Manuf., 6: 10-12.
  36. Liu, Q., 2005. Structure optimization design for automotive frame. Mach. Design Manuf., 4: 1-3.
  37. Liu, Q., 2005. Optimization design of truss composite beams. Ind. Constr., 35: 318-320.
  38. Liu, Q. and W. Li, 2005. Section optimization design of steel-concrete continuous composite beams based on the finite element method. J. Chongqing Jianzhu Univ., 27: 68-72.
  39. Liu, Q., 2004. Optimization design of frame structure of trucks of certain type. J. Guangxi Univ. Technol., 15: 8-12.
  40. Liu, Q., 2002. Operating modal parameter identification using random decrement technique and ITD method. J. Guangxi Univ. Technol., 13: 24-26.