Research team
A multidisciplinary team in bridge engineering
The ROBUST research team brings together expertise in bridge engineering, structural assessment, non-destructive testing, structural dynamics, nonlinear numerical modelling and probabilistic analysis.
The project is coordinated by the University of Zagreb Faculty of Civil Engineering, with a multidisciplinary team working towards the development and practical application of condition-dependent seismic fragility assessment methods.
Principal Investigator
Ana Mandić Ivanković
Principal Investigator · WP1–WP5
Expertise: Seismic performance of bridges, durability of concrete structures and bridge assessment.
Focus in ROBUST: Coordination of the overall project and development and implementation of the methodology.
Team members
Anđelko Vlašić
WP1 · WP3 · WP4
Expertise: Numerical analysis and post-earthquake damage assessment.
Focus in ROBUST: Nonlinear numerical models and support to IDA analyses.
Marija Kušter Marić
WP1 · WP2
Expertise: Visual and NDT inspections and corrosion-induced degradation of reinforced concrete bridge components.
Focus in ROBUST: Parameters for condition-based adjustments.
Mladen Srbić
WP1 · WP3 · WP4
Expertise: Nonlinear numerical modelling and seismic behaviour of existing bridge piers with smooth reinforcement.
Focus in ROBUST: Engineering demand parameters, damage states and damage thresholds.
Dominik Skokandić
WP1 · WP4
Expertise: Probabilistic value of information analysis.
Focus in ROBUST: Probabilistic derivation of fragility functions.
Jelena Bleiziffer
WP1 · WP4
Expertise: Bridge maintenance and decision-support methodologies.
Focus in ROBUST: Visual inspections and guidelines for infrastructure operators.
Gordana Hrelja Kovačević
WP1 · WP2 · WP4
Expertise: Long-standing professional expertise in bridge design and assessment.
Focus in ROBUST: Engineering demand parameters, IDA analysis and guidelines for infrastructure operators.
Supporting organisations
The ROBUST project is supported by Croatian Roads (Hrvatske ceste d.o.o.) and Croatian Motorways (Hrvatske autoceste d.o.o.), which have expressed their support for the proposed research activities and their relevance to bridge infrastructure management.