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Masoud Sanayei
Professor, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

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Publications

Esfandiari, A., Sanayei, M., Bakhtiari-Nejad, F., and Rahai, R., “Finite Element Model Updating using Frequency Response Function of Incomplete Strain Data,” AIAA Journal, doi:10.2514/1.J050039, 2010. Vol. 48, No. 7, July 2010, pp. 1420-1433.

Esfandiari, A., Bakhtiari-Nejad, F., Sanayei, M., and Rahai, A., “Structural Finite Element Model Updating Using Transfer Function Data,” Computers and Structures, doi:10.1016/j.compstruc.2009.09.004, Vol. 88, Issues 1-2, January 2010, pp. 54-64.

Esfandiari, A., Bakhtiari-Nejad, F. Rahai, A. and Sanayei, M., “Structural Model Updating Using Frequency Response Function and Quasi-Linear Sensitivity Equation,” Journal of Sound and Vibration, doi:10.1016/j.jsv.2009.07.001, 326, September 2009, pp. 557–573.

Brenner, B, Santini-Bell, E., Durack, W., Sanayei, M. and Pheifer, E.J. (2009). “Modeling and Instrumentation of the Tobin Memorial Bridge in Boston, Massachusetts,” Bridge Structures, Safety and Reliability of Bridge Structures, ed. Khaled M. Mahmoud, CRC Press, pp. 189-198.

Santini-Bell, E., Sanayei, M., Brenner, B., Sipple, J. and Blanchard, A., "Nondestructive Testing for Design Verification of Boston’s Central Artery Underpinning Frames and Connections," Bridge Structures, Accepted for publication, re-submitted with corrections in April 2008.

Sanayei, M., Brett, C.R., Zapfe, J.A., Ungar, E.E., and Hines, E.M., "Predicting Train-Induced Vibrations in Multi-Story Buildings," Proceedings of the ASCE, Structures Congress 2008, Vancouver, Canada, April 24-26, 2008.

Hughes, M.F., Sanayei, M., Moore, J.A., Zapfe, J.A., and White, R.D., "Experimental Validation of Building Vibration Propagation Using a Four Story Laboratory Model," Proceedings of the ASCE, Structures Congress 2008, Vancouver, Canada, April 24-26, 2008.

Bell, E.S., Sanayei, M., Javdekar, C. N., and Slavsky, E., "Multiresponse Parameter Estimation for Finite-Element Model Updating Using Nondestructive Test Data," Journal of Structural Engineering, Vol. 133, No. 8, August 2007, pp.1067–1079.

Response to Discussion by W. Qin on: Sanayei, M., Bell, E. S., Javdekar, C. J., Edelmann, J. L., and Slavsky, E., "Damage Localization and Finite Element Model Updating Using Multiresponse NDT Data," ASCE, Journal of Bridge Engineering, November/December 2006, Vol. 11, No. 6 August 2007, pp. 688-698.

Sanayei, M., Brenner, B, Santini-Bell, E., Conference Poster Presentation: "Whatever Happened to Long-Term Bridge Design?" NSF Partnership for Innovations, NSF Grantees Workshop, Washington D.C., March 30-April 1, 2007.

Sanayei, M., Santini-Bell, E., and Rao, N., "Model Updating of UCF Benchmark Model Using PARIS," International Modal Analysis Conference, IMAC XXV, Orlando, Florida, February 19-22, 2007.

Sanayei, M., Bell, E. S., Javdekar, C. J., Edelmann, J. L., and Slavsky, E., "Damage Localization and Finite Element Model Updating Using Multiresponse NDT Data," ASCE, Journal of Bridge Engineering, November/December 2006, Vol. 11, No. 6, pp. 688-698.

Alampalli, S., DeWolf, J. and Sanayei, M., Editors. Special Issue of ASCE, Journal of Bridge Engineering on "Methods of Monitoring and Evaluating Structural Performance." 11 (6), 2006.

Santini-Bell, E. and Sanayei, M., "Multi-Response Parameter Estimation for Structural Model Updating Using Static and Modal NDT Data," 4th World Conference on Structural Control and Monitoring, July 11-13, 2006, San Diego, California.

Dodge, M. D., Sanayei, M., and Hines, E. M., "A Portable Real Time Data Acquisition System for the Comparison of Floor Vibration Data with AISC Design Guide 11 Estimates," Proceedings of the ASCE, Structures Congress 2006, St. Louis, MI, May 18-21, 2006.

Brenner, B., Santini-Bell, E., Sanayei, M., and Lattanzi, D., "Defining a Baseline Model for Bridge Analysis and Design," Proceedings of 2006 Transportation Research Board, Ref. No. 06-1593, Washington DC, January 2006.

Edgers, L., Sanayei, M., and Alonge, J., "Modeling the Effects of Soil-Structure Interaction on a Fifty Story Building," Journal of Civil Engineering Practice, Fall/ Winter 2005 Issue.

Santini-Bell, E. and Sanayei, M., "Using Multi-Response Parameter Estimation for Structural Condition and Risk Assessment of In-Service Bridges, International Conference on Structural Safety and Reliability," ICOSSAR ‘05, Rome, Italy, June 19-23, 2005.

Sanayei M., Santini-Bell, E. and Javdekar C. N., "Damage Localization and Finite Element Model Updating Using Multi-Response NDT Data," ASCE, Proceedings of the Structures Congress 2005, New York, NY, April 20-23, 2005.

Hines E.M., Ravindra, M., Blanchett, C.D., Sanayei, M., Dodge, M.D., and Viesca, R., "Floor System Vibration Control," ASCE, Proceedings of the Structures Congress 2005, New York, NY. April 20-23, 2005.

Brenner, B., Sanayei, M., Lattanzi, D., and Santini-Bell, E., "Evaluation of Highway Bridge Strength Considering Parapets," Bridge Structures, 2005, 1(3) pp. 273-280.

Santini-Bell, E. and Sanayei, M., "Condition Assessment if in Service Structures Using Multi-Response Parameter Estimation," 17th ASCE Engineering Mechanics Conference, EM2004, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, June 13-16, 2004.

Sanayei, M., Edgers, L., Alonge, J. and Kirshen, P., "Effects of Increased Wind Loads on a Tall Building," Journal of Civil Engineering Practice, Fall/Winter 2003, Vol. 18, No.2, pp. 5-16.

Sanayei, M. and Javdekar C. N., "Sensor Placement for Parameter Estimation of Structures using Fisher Information Matrix," Proceedings of 7th International Conference on Applications of Advanced Technology in Transportation (AATT 2002), Cambridge, MA, August 5-7 2002, pp. 386-393.

Sanayei, M., Wadia-Fascetti, S., Arya, B., and Santini, E., "Significance of Modeling Error in Structural Parameter Estimation," Special issue of the International Journal of Computer-Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering devoted to Health Monitoring of Structures, Vol. 16, pp. 12-27, January 2001, pp. 12-27.

Maser, K., Sanayei, M., Klimkewicz, L., Abedi, H., and Edgers, L., Conference Poster Presentation: "Unknown Foundation Identification Using Stiffness Data From Field Measurements," Transportation Research Board, Washington, D.C., January 2001.

Maser, K., Sanayei, M., Klimkewicz, L., Abedi, H. and Edgers, L., "Unknown Foundation Identification Using Stiffness Data From Field Measurements," Proceedings of Transportation Research Board Conference, 80th Annual Meeting, TRB ID Number 01-3388, January 7-11, 2001.

Wadia-Fascetti, S., Ozgu, S., Sanayei, M., "Controlling Modeling Error in Structural Parameter Estimation," Third International Workshop on Structural Control: Designing Civil Engineering Structures by Performance, Paris, France, July 6 - 8, 2000.

Arya, B. and Sanayei, M., "Structural Parameter Estimation Using Modal Responses and Utilizing Genetic Algorithm," ASCE, Proceedings of the 2000 Structures Congress, Paper No. 40492-014-005, May 8-10, 2000, Philadelphia, PA.

Maser, K. and Sanayei, M., "Identification of Unknown Bridge Foundations using Static Load Test Data," Structural Materials Technology: An NDT Conference Sponsored by NJDOT, NYSDOT, PENNDOT, & FHWA, February 29 - March 3, 2000, Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Arya B., and Sanayei, M., "Structural Parameter Estimation Accuracy in the Presence of Modeling Error," Proceedings of the International Conference on Applications of Statistics and Probability, Sydney, Australia, December 12-15, 1999.

Wadia-Fascetti, S., Rivero, F., and Sanayei, M., "An Assessment of Data Quality for Structural Identification," Proceedings of the International Conference on Applications of Statistics and Probability, Sydney, Australia, December 12-15, 1999.

Sanayei, M., McClain, J.A.S., Wadia-Fascetti, S., and Santini, E. M., "Parameter Estimation Incorporating Modal Data and Boundary Conditions," ASCE, Journal of Structural Engineering, 1999, 125(9), pp. 1048-1055.

Gunes, B., Arya B., Wadia-Fascetti, S., and Sanayei, M., "Practical Issues in The Application of the Structural Identification," Recent Advancement of Computational Mechanics in Structural Engineering: Oxford: Elsevier Science, 1999, pp. 193-206.

Maser, K. R., and Sanayei, M., "Evaluation of Bridge Foundation Type and Condition Using Static Response Measurements," The Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Structural Faults and Repair, London, July 13-15, 1999.

Sanayei, M. and Maser, K. R., "Bridge Foundation Stiffness Identification Using Static Field Measurements," ASCE, Proceedings of the 1999 Structures Congress, April 18-21, 1999, New Orleans, LA, pp. 320-323.

Santini, E. M., Sanayei, M., Liu M., and Olson, L. D., "Bridge Foundation Stiffness Identification Using Dynamic Field Measurements," ASCE, Proceedings of the 1999 Structures Congress, April 18-21, 1999, New Orleans, LA, pp. 316-319.

Sanayei, M., Wadia-Fascetti, S., McClain, J.A.S., Gornshteyn, I., and Santini, E. M., "Structural Parameter Estimation Using Modal Responses and Incorporating Boundary Conditions," ASCE, Proceedings of the Structural Engineers World Congress, July 18-23, 1998, San Francisco, CA, Elsevier Science, New York, NY T118-2.

Sanayei, M., Doebling, S., Farrar, C., Wadia-Fascetti, S., and Arya, B., "Challenges in Parameter Estimation for Condition Assessment of Structures," ASCE, Proceedings of the Structural Engineers World Congress, July 18-23, 1998, San Francisco, CA, Elsevier Science, New York, T216-5.

Wadia-Fascetti, S., Gunes, B., Aktan E. A., Lennett M., and Sanayei, M., Arya, B., Helmicki, A., and Wilson, A., "Structural Identification: A Tool For Bridge Reliability Evaluation," ASCE, Proceedings of the Structural Engineers World Congress, July 18-23, 1998, San Francisco, CA, Elsevier Science, New York, T216-4.

Arya, B., Santini, E. M., and Sanayei, M., "Impact of Finite Element Modeling Error on Model Updating," Proceedings of the Second World Conference on Structural control, John Wiley & Sons Publishers, New York, TA654.9.W67 1998, pp. 2269-2278, (Dr. Sanayei also presented this paper at the 2nd Second World Conference on Structural control, Kyoto, Japan, June 28-July 1, 1998).

Sanayei, M., PARIS©, PARameter Identification System, Software Package, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Tufts University, Medford, Massachusetts, 1998.

Wadia-Fascetti, S., Sanayei, M., and Gunes, B., "Significance of Modeling Error in Structural Parameter Estimation," ASCE, Proceedings of the 12th Engineering Mechanics Conference, May 17-20, 1998, La Jolla, CA- 201-204.

Maser, K. R., Sanayei, M., Lichtenstein, A., and Chase, S. B., "Determination of Bridge Foundation Type from Structural Response Measurements," SPIE, Proceedings of the Nondestructive Evaluation Techniques for Aging Infrastructure & Manufacturing, March 31-April 2, 1998, San Antonio, TX, SPIE Vol. 3400, pp 55-67.

Sanayei, M., Imbaro, G. R., McClain, J. A. S., and Brown, L. C., "Structural Model Updating Using Experimental Static Measurements," ASCE, Journal of Structural Engineering, 1997, 123(6), pp. 792-798.

Sanayei, M., and Saletnik, M. J., "Parameter Estimation of Structures from Static Strain Measurements; I: Formulation," ASCE, Journal of Structural Engineering, Vol. 122, No. 5, May 1996, pp. 555-562.

Sanayei, M., and Saletnik, M. J., "Parameter Estimation of Structures from Static Strain Measurements; II: Error Sensitivity Analysis," ASCE, Journal of Structural Engineering, Vol. 122, No. 5, May 1996, pp. 563-572.

Sanayei, M., Editor. "Restructuring: America and Beyond," Proceedings of Structures Congress XIII, Boston, MA, April 3-5 1995, Published by the American Society of Civil Engineers (2 Volumes).

Sanayei, M., and Saletnik, M. J., "Design of Nondestructive Tests for Health Monitoring of Structures," ASCE Structures Congress XIII, Boston, MA, April 3-5, 1995, pp. 684-687.

Sanayei, M., Onipede, O., and Babu, S. R., "Selection of Noisy Measurement Locations for Error Reduction in Static Parameter Identification," AIAA Journal, Vol. 30, No. 9, September 1992, pp. 2299-2309.

Sanayei, M., "Pre-Test Selection of Static Force and Displacement Measurement Locations for Damage Assessment," Proceedings of the Sixth Specialty Conference Sponsored by ASCE on "Probabilistic Mechanics and Structural & Geotechnical Reliability," Denver, Colorado, July 8-10, 1992.

Sanayei, M., and Onipede, O., "Damage Assessment of Structures Using Static Test Data," AIAA Journal, Vol.29, No.7, July 1991, pp.1174-1179.

Sanayei, M., and Scampoli, S., "Structural Element Stiffness Identification from Static Test Data," ASCE, Journal of Engineering Mechanics, Vol. 117, N0. 5, 1991, pp. 1021-1036.

Sanayei, M., and Scampoli, S., "Identification of Structural Element Stiffnesses of Reinforced Concrete Decks from Incomplete Static Test Data," Naval Civil Engineering Laboratory, Port Hueneme, CA, TM-51-89-15CR, September 1989.

Sanayei, M., and Schmolze, J., "An Expert System that Identifies Structural Element Stiffnesses for Failure Detection," Applied Simulation and Modeling, Santa Barbara, California, IASTED-109-083, pp. 174-179, May 1987.

Sanayei, M., and Nelson, R.B., "Identification of Structural Element Stiffnesses from Incomplete Static Test Data," SAE Aerospace Technology Conference and Exposition, Long Beach, California, SAE-861793, October 1986.

Sanayei, M., "Identification of Structural Element Stiffnesses from Incomplete Static Test Data," Ph.D. Dissertation, University of California, Los Angeles, UMI-86-21130, June 1986.

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