DDA Forensic Engineer Recognized for Advancing Understanding of Wind Effects on Modern Building Design
MIAMI — DDA Forensics proudly announces that Dr. Manuel Matus, Ph.D., P.E., Civil and Structural Engineer, received the esteemed Editor’s Choice recognition from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) for his recently published research paper, “Wind-Induced Pressure Distribution of Nonrectangular Shaped Low-Rise Buildings.”
Matus co-authored the paper with Dr. Ioannis Zisis, professor at Florida International University. ASCE selected the publication as an Editor’s Choice, a distinction reserved for research identified by the journal’s chief editor as particularly relevant and impactful to the engineering profession.
“This recognition is especially meaningful, as the Editor’s Choice highlights a paper identified by the chief editor as having strong relevance and impact within the field. It also increases the visibility of the work across the global engineering community, allowing a broader audience to engage with the research. I am grateful to the ASCE editorial team for this recognition and to Ioannis Zisis, whose vision, guidance, and mentorship made this possible,” said Matus.
The study examined how modern building geometries respond to extreme wind events. While many existing design standards are based on simple rectangular structures, today’s buildings often incorporate more complex architectural forms. The research found that these nontraditional shapes can experience wind pressures that differ significantly from assumptions in current design guidance. In some cases, measured forces exceeded existing design recommendations, underscoring the importance of continued research and refinement of wind engineering practices.
The findings contribute to the industry’s understanding of structural resilience and may help inform future design standards aimed at improving building performance during severe wind events.
Read the full research article: https://ascelibrary.org/doi/10.1061/JSENDH.STENG-14906.
“We are incredibly proud of Dr. Matus and this well-deserved recognition from ASCE. At DDA Forensics, we believe the best engineering solutions are grounded in scientific research and real-world application. This work not only advances the profession’s understanding of wind behavior on modern structures, but also supports safer, more resilient communities in the face of increasingly complex weather events,” said Brian Peterson, Managing Partner, DDA Forensics.
About DDA Forensics
DDA Forensics provides forensic engineering, building consulting and expert witness services for attorneys and insurance carriers throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Texas. We specialize in evaluating and determining the cause of property damage and failures for residential and commercial structures. With over 20 years of experience, the most advanced education, certifications and technologies, we provide objective and accurate forensic investigations that yield clear, concise, conclusive results. Learn more at www.DDAForensics.com.
About the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Founded in 1852, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 150,000 members worldwide and is America’s oldest national engineering society. Through the expertise of its active membership, ASCE is a leading provider of technical and professional conferences and continuing education, the world’s largest publisher of civil engineering content, and an authoritative source for codes and standards that protect the public. ASCE works to raise awareness of the need to maintain and modernize the nation’s infrastructure using sustainable and resilient practices, advocates for infrastructure investment, and provides professional and technical resources for the civil engineering profession. Learn more at https://www.asce.org/.
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