Yangqing Liu

Yangqing Liu is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Civil Engineering, focusing on advanced materials and structural engineering. Their research emphasizes innovative solutions in structural design, material behavior analysis, and composite systems. Key areas include ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC), steel-concrete interfaces, modular construction technologies, and fiber-reinforced composites.

Research interests span structural mechanics, material characterization, and the integration of synthetic/natural fibers in construction materials. Liu's work addresses challenges in tensile/shear behavior optimization, connector design, and sustainable building practices. Their contributions advance understanding of ECC layers in reinforced columns and strain-hardening composites for modular systems.

Publications highlight advancements in structural analysis, material strengthening, and composite performance under varying loads. These studies are published in journals like Thin-Walled Structures, Engineering Structures, and Construction and Building Materials.