Presentation Description:
In this presentation, Drit Sokoli, Ph.D., P.E. will present the story of the forensic investigation and repair of multiple aircraft hangar structures over multiple sites. Mr. Sokoli will review the structural behavior of the buildings before the repairs, discuss why each site received a different repair approach, discuss the components and function of the implemented repairs, and discuss the structural engineer’s working relationship with the client.
About the Presenter:
Drit Sokoli is a forensic engineer based in Austin, with experience in structural investigation and design across commercial, energy, and industrial projects. His work includes the investigation of structural failures, serviceability concerns, and construction-related defects, as well as the development and implementation of repair solutions for existing structures.
He earned his Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, where his research focused on structural behavior of seismic concrete members and advanced analysis methods.