Chuandong Xie

Research Fellow in Structural Engineering, University of Aberdeen

I am a structural engineering researcher working at the intersection of resilient structural systems, metal additive manufacturing, structural optimisation, computational mechanics, and data-driven engineering.

I obtained my PhD in Structural Engineering from Xi’an University of Architecture & Technology in 2024.

My research integrates large-scale experimental testing, finite element analysis, nonlinear dynamics, machine learning and explainable AI to understand structural behaviour and develop resilience-oriented engineering solutions.

I have experience in post-event structural investigation, scientific programming and industry-engaged engineering, alongside university teaching, supervision and interdisciplinary research collaboration.

Research interests

• Resilient and self-centring structural systems
• Performance-based seismic deisgn
• Metal additive manufacturing for structural applications
• Structural optimisation and generative design
• Computational mechanics and finite element modelling
• Machine learning and explainable AI for engineering