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Simon Karrer is a Research Assistant and Doctoral student at the Institute of Structural Engineering, Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering (D-BAUG) at ETH Zurich. He works at the Chair for Structural Concrete and Bridge Design under the supervision of Professor Walter Kaufmann in the Institute for Structural Engineering (IBK).
His educational background includes:
- 2020: MSc ETH in Civil Engineering at ETH Zurich, Major in Structural Engineering and Materials & Mechanics
- 2014: University entrance qualification, ISME St. Gallen
- 2013: University of applied science entrance qualification, BZT Frauenfeld
- 2010: Architectural draughtsman apprenticeship, GBS St. Gallen
Simon Karrer's research focuses on structural engineering with specialization in reinforced concrete structures and concrete technology. His work involves detailed experimental investigations of concrete behavior under cyclic loading conditions, particularly examining the transition from tension to compression in reinforced concrete elements. He employs advanced measurement techniques including digital image correlation for surface displacement fields and distributed optical fiber sensors for reinforcement strain measurements. His research has direct applications in bridge design, tunnel construction, and assessment methodologies for existing concrete infrastructure.
His publication record demonstrates a strong progression in structural testing methodologies, with recent work focusing on practical engineering challenges such as airport tunnel renewal and steel fiber reinforced concrete behavior. The research shows increasing sophistication in experimental techniques and analysis methods.
Simon Karrer works within the structural testing laboratory at ETH Zurich's Institute for Structural Engineering, where full-scale structural experiments are conducted. His research involves collaboration with industry partners on real-world infrastructure projects, bridging theoretical structural mechanics with practical engineering applications.
