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AI and Optimization in Material and Structural Engineering: Emerging Trends and Applications

Submission Deadline: 31 January 2026 View: 2296 Submit to Special Issue

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sawekchai Tangaramvong

Email: sawekchai.t@chula.ac.th 

Affiliation: Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

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Research Interests: Structural optimization, Elastoplastic analysis, Limit analysis Reliability-based topology optimization, Uncertainty analysis, Machine learning algorithm, Surrogate-assisted model

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Dr. Quang-Viet Vu

Email: vq.viet@vju.ac.vn

Affiliation: Faculty of Advanced Technology and Engineering, VNU Vietnam Japan University, Hanoi, Viet Nam

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Research Interests: Structural optimization, machine learning applications in structural engineering, finite element simulation, corroded steel structures, uncertainty analysis, etc.

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Summary

In recent years, using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced optimization techniques has notably fostered the development of material and structural engineering. As industries demand more innovative, sustainable, and efficient solutions, AI is playing an increasingly important role in improving material properties and optimizing structural design. AI techniques including neural networks, machine learning, deep learning, and reinforcement learning have the potential to revolutionize how engineers analyze, design, and maintain material and structures. The integration of AI and optimization techniques offers advanced solutions to improve sustainability, cost-efficiency, and safety in the field of material and structural engineering in real-world applications.


This special issue aims to explore the integration of AI and optimization techniques in these fields, highlighting emerging trends, innovative applications, and the growing influence of AI techniques on the design, analysis and optimization procedures of materials and structures. Potential topics include, but are not limited to the following:

· Structural design and optimization;

· Structural health monitoring;

· Structural damage detection;

· Structural safety assessment;

· AI applications in Structural Engineering;

· Advanced AI techniques for material optimization;

· Automation in construction;

· Uncertainty Quantification and Robust Optimization.


Keywords

Artificial Intelligence, Neural networks, Machine learning, Structural optimization, Surrogate-assisted models, Structural engineering, Structural health monitoring, Metaheuristic algorithm, Material optimization, Construction management

Published Papers


  • Open Access

    ARTICLE

    Predicting Concrete Strength Using Data Augmentation Coupled with Multiple Optimizers in Feedforward Neural Networks

    Sandeerah Choudhary, Qaisar Abbas, Tallha Akram, Irshad Qureshi, Mutlaq B. Aldajani, Hammad Salahuddin
    CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.145, No.2, pp. 1755-1787, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.072200
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: AI and Optimization in Material and Structural Engineering: Emerging Trends and Applications)
    Abstract The increasing demand for sustainable construction practices has led to growing interest in recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) as an eco-friendly alternative to conventional concrete. However, predicting its compressive strength remains a challenge due to the variability in recycled materials and mix design parameters. This study presents a robust machine learning framework for predicting the compressive strength of recycled aggregate concrete using feedforward neural networks (FFNN), Random Forest (RF), and XGBoost. A literature-derived dataset of 502 samples was enriched via interpolation-based data augmentation and modeled using five distinct optimization techniques within MATLAB’s Neural Net Fitting module:… More >

  • Open Access

    REVIEW

    Fatigue Resistance in Engineering Components: A Comprehensive Review on the Role of Geometry and Its Optimization

    Ibrahim T. Teke, Ahmet H. Ertas
    CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.1, pp. 201-237, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.066644
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: AI and Optimization in Material and Structural Engineering: Emerging Trends and Applications)
    Abstract Fatigue failure continues to be a significant challenge in designing structural and mechanical components subjected to repeated and complex loading. While earlier studies mainly examined material properties and how stress affects lifespan, this review offers the first comprehensive, multiscale comparison of strategies that optimize geometry to improve fatigue performance. This includes everything from microscopic features like the shape of graphite nodules to large-scale design elements such as fillets, notches, and overall structural layouts. We analyze and combine various methods, including topology and shape optimization, the ability of additive manufacturing to fine-tune internal geometries, and reliability-based More >

  • Open Access

    REVIEW

    A Comprehensive Review on Bridging the Research Gap in AI-Driven Material Simulation for FRP Composites

    Alin Diniță, Cosmina-Mihaela Rosca, Maria Tănase, Adrian Stancu
    CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.144, No.1, pp. 147-199, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.066276
    (This article belongs to the Special Issue: AI and Optimization in Material and Structural Engineering: Emerging Trends and Applications)
    Abstract Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites are renowned for their high mechanical strength, durability, and lightweight properties, making them integral to civil engineering, aerospace, and automotive manufacturing. Traditionally, the simulation and optimization of FRP materials have relied on finite element (FE) methods, which, while effective, often fall short in capturing the intricate behaviors of these composites under diverse conditions. Concrete examples in this regard involve modeling interfacial cracks, delaminations, or environmental effects that involve nonlinear phenomena. These degradation mechanisms exceed the capacity of classical FE models, as they are not detailed to the required level of detail.… More >

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    A Comprehensive Review on Bridging the Research Gap in AI-Driven Material Simulation for FRP Composites

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