Join ABCD Northeast Ohio for a presentation by Professor Bill Yu, Department Chair at Case Western Reserve University, about Recent Advances in Smart Bridge Technologies for Resilient and Sustainable Infrastructure. This meeting will qualify for 1.0 PDH credit.

Speaker: Xiong (Bill) Yu, Ph.D., P.E., Fellow ASCE

Dr. Yu is the Opal J. and Richard A. Vanderhoof Professor and Chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU). Dr. Yu is also actively engaged with the industry and has recently been named as the Civil Engineer of the Year by ASCE Cleveland.

Dr. Yu's research focuses on addressing emerging engineering and societal issues associated with civil infrastructure systems. The research activities are pursued with a strong interdisciplinary perspective with the aim to integrate engineering principles with impactful socioeconomic implications. His research integrates civil engineering principles with emerging engineering skills (such as sensing, smart materials, Internet of Things, machine learning/AI, bioinspiration) to build smart and sustainable bridge and infrastructure. He leads a pioneering research program aiming to advance the state of art and practice with the design, operation, and decision on infrastructure. Dr. Yu is dedicated to education and student mentorship and has achieved a strong track record to foster student success.

In his presentation, Dr Yu will cover a wide range of topics on smart bridge technologies including innovative materials and sensors for resilience and sustainable bridges, new coating techniques, scour sensing systems, and deicing.

• Venue: Holiday Inn Independence, 6001 Rockside Rd Independence, OH
• Date: Tuesday, January 30th, 2024
• Time: 11:30 arrival, Lunch at 12:00, Presentation at 12:30 pm
• Menu:

1. Chicken Bianca sauteed and presented with a Romano & Fresh Basil Marinara Sauce Finished with Spinach & Pancetta
2. Grilled Sirloin Steak-Steak with a Port Wine Red Onion Reduction
3. Pasta Primavera - Penne Pasta tossed with Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Onions, Tomatoes in a Beurre Blanc Sauce with Parmesan Cheese & Fresh Herbs

(All entrees are served with House Salad, Seasonal Vegetables, Seasonal Cheesecake, Rolls & Butter, Coffee, Tea, Decaf and Iced Tea)

Registration and Lunch: Members $30 | Non-Members $35 | Public Employees $25 | Students $15 |

Registration Deadline: January 23rd, 2023, 5:00 PM

Hope to see you all,