Mr. Lukas Bujotzek | Technical University Darmstadt | Germany
Professional Profiles:
Early Academic Pursuits:
His academic journey at the Technical University (TU) Darmstadt, Germany. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering in April 2017, followed by a Master of Science in the same field in December 2018. These formative years laid the groundwork for his future in structural engineering.
Professional Endeavors:
During his undergraduate studies, Lukas served as a student assistant at the Institutes for Steel Construction and Solid Structures at TU Darmstadt from November 2015 to April 2017. His exposure expanded during his master's, working at Goldbeck GmbH and later at KHP Engineers GmbH in Frankfurt until December 2018. Subsequently, he took on the role of a structural engineer at KHP Engineers GmbH from January 2019 to October 2020. Since October 2019, Lukas has been self-employed as a structural engineer at Bujotzek Bauconsult and concurrently serves as a research associate at the Institute for Solid Structures at TU Darmstadt.
Contributions and Research Focus:
Lukas Bujotzek's research has significantly contributed to the field of structural engineering, with a focus on material properties and reinforcement. His work includes experimental and statistical investigations of FRP reinforcement, theoretical studies on time-dependent relaxation rates of reinforcement bars, and the influence of spatially variable material properties on the resistance of masonry walls.
Accolades and Recognition:
Lukas's academic excellence was recognized through the "Deutschlandstipendium" scholarship in 2017-2018. Furthermore, he received the sponsorship award of the German Precast Concrete Construction Association in 2018 and the award of the Association of Construction Entrepreneurs in Hessen in 2019.
Impact and Influence:
Through his publications and presentations, Lukas has made a notable impact on the understanding of material properties in structural engineering. His work on FRP reinforcement and masonry walls has contributed to advancements in construction and building materials.
Legacy and Future Contributions:
Lukas Bujotzek's legacy lies in his commitment to research and the practical application of structural engineering principles. As a self-employed structural engineer and research associate, he continues to shape the future of the field. His focus on innovative materials and spatial variability in structures suggests a promising trajectory for future contributions to the realm of civil engineering.
Notable Publications:
- Influence of spatially variable material properties on the resistance of masonry walls under compression, 2022, (3)
- Theoretical and experimental investigation of the time-dependent relaxation rates of GFRP and BFRP reinforcement bars, 2023, (2)
- Experimental and statistical investigations of the material properties of FRP reinforcement in compression
- Structural behaviour of CFRP reinforced concrete members under monotonic and cyclic long-term loading
- Material properties of fibre reinforced polymer (Frp) reinforcement in compression – a review