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Michael Olsen is an Associate Professor of Geomatics in the School of Civil and Construction Engineering at Oregon State University (OSU). He holds a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from the University of California, San Diego, and degrees in Civil Engineering from the University of Utah. His research focuses on terrestrial laser scanning, remote sensing, GIS, earthquake engineering, and 3D visualization, with applications to disaster response, hazard mapping, and infrastructure monitoring. Recent projects include developing mobile laser scanning guidelines for transportation agencies, advancing point cloud segmentation algorithms, and conducting post-disaster reconnaissance in regions like Chile, Japan, and Nepal.
Education:
- Ph.D., Structural Engineering, University of California, San Diego, 2009
- M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Utah, 2005
- B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Utah, 2004
Research Interests: His work bridges geomatics and civil engineering, emphasizing innovation in 3D data collection and analysis. Key areas include landslide displacement modeling, coastal erosion forecasting, and the integration of UAS (drone) imagery for damage assessment. He also explores accessibility compliance via mobile LiDAR and has pioneered courses in 3D laser scanning and Building Information Modeling at OSU.
Publications Trends: Recent articles highlight advancements in automated infrastructure analysis, disaster response technologies, and hazard vulnerability assessments. His work often combines geospatial data with machine learning to address real-world challenges in transportation, environmental science, and structural safety.
Awards/Recognition: None explicitly listed in provided materials.
Advising & Grants: While no student advisees or grant details are specified, Olsen’s research is supported by projects with state DOTs, federal agencies, and international collaborations. His contributions include developing protocols for post-earthquake bridge restoration and asset management frameworks for transportation networks.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the National Science Foundation’s NHERI RAPID facility and leads OSU’s efforts in geospatial hazard modeling. His work integrates field data collection with computational tools, forming a multidisciplinary approach to infrastructure resilience.
