The Structural Engineering Podcast

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the importance of properly constructing slabs in structural engineering, including managing client expectations and addressing concrete cracks. They debate the thickness and characteristics of slab-on-grade for office slabs, and the strength and capacity of concrete in compression and tension. The misconception of placing plastic under concrete is debunked, and the use of microfiber and macrofiber in slabs is explored. They also discuss shrinkage-reducing admixtures and their effectiveness in preventing shrinkage in concrete slabs.

In this episode we talk with Sam Ruben, the Co-founder of Mighty Buildings, a company attempting to change the way we build residential and even commercial structures through 3D printing. At the SEP we believe the future of structures should, and will, look a lot different then our current practice. (Do you know how long we've been building houses with wood!?) If I were to place a bet, I think 3D printing will be a big portion of that, and these guys have a very cool system to help us get there. mightybuildings.comWebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

This week we talk with Megan Stringer and Erik Kneer of Holmes Structures. Both Megan and Erik are committed advocates for more sustainable practices in structural design. I admittedly didn't know how much SE's could do to reduce the total carbon emissions of a building project, but I was happy to find not only do we have a role in this space, but it's truly crucial to a sustainable, low carbon future.Links:Achieving net zero embodied carbon (pdf)EPD'sSE2050.orgBuildingtransparency.org WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

This week we talk with Ilana Danzig an associate with Aspect Structural Engineers. She brings a large knowledge of complex structures with a passion in timber. We hope you enjoy!Click here to see the connection.  WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

This week we hear from Sam Mcglamery, Executive VP of vertex engineering. Sam has been a structural engineer far longer than I've been alive. At this point in his career he often uses his knowledge and experience to serve as an expert witness and standard of care expert. We reached out to Sam because we wanted to know the reality behind lawsuits and engineering, how likely are they, and what actually happens. We hope you enjoy.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

This week we talked with Aniket Borwanker, a production manager at Simpson Strong Tie. Aniket it tasked with developing and testing new uses for FRP products. FRP includes fiberglass and carbon fiber wrap used in seismic retrofit's, bridges, wall strengthening, and many other possible applications. We learn all the places you can stick this stuff, how strong it is, and some tips on designing with it. Also, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

This week we talked with Melissa Marshall, an expert science communicator, and probably the only TED speaker we'll ever convince to join us on the show. Melissa shares tips for communicating science and engineering terms and how to give more effective presentations.We recommend checking out her company:https://www.presentyourscience.com/and her ted talkhttps://www.ted.com/talks/melissa_marshall_talk_nerdy_to_meAlso, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

This weeks guest is a little different than usual. We're talking with Sarah Lazar, a very specific recruiter working for the firm LVI. Sarah recruits for forensic engineering firms and only in the Midwest, but we're not talking to Sarah because we're looking for a job. She is also passionate and knowledgeable about the field of forensics structural engineering and offered to share what she knows with us. we hope you like it.Also, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

This is Part 2 of our interview with Emily Guglielmo, a principle at Martin and Martin, and a member of the ASCE 7 wind and seismic committees. We learned a ton talking with her over an hour and decided to split the episode up in to bite sized chunks.Also, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

Gosh it's been a long time since we've put out an episode, but we're starting this season on a high note. Our first interview this year was with Emily Guglielmo, a principle at Martin and Martin, and a member of the ASCE 7 wind and seismic committees. We learned a ton talking with her over an hour and decided to split the episode up in to bite sized chunks. With that, enjoy part 1 of 2, and check back shortly for the next one.Also, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com