PROFESSOR, UNIVERSITY OF PATRAS, Greece
Dr. Charis Apostolopoulos is a distinguished Dr.-Ing Civil Engineer and a Professor in the Laboratory of Technology and Strength of Materials at the University of Patras, Greece. With a career spanning over four decades, he has made significant contributions to the fields of mechanical behavior of materials, durability, and corrosion resistance of metallic structures. Dr. Apostolopoulos is widely recognized for his extensive research output, comprising over 185 scientific publications, and his active role as a reviewer for 31 journals and an editorial board member for 11. He has led numerous research projects, particularly within European programs, such as Rusteel and Newrebar, and is frequently invited to speak at international conferences.
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Education 🎓
Dr. Apostolopoulos completed his Dr.-Ing in Civil Engineering, establishing a robust foundation in the study of materials technology and structural integrity. He has since held an esteemed position at the University of Patras, where he contributes extensively to both research and teaching.
Experience 🏫
Currently a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Aeronautics at the University of Patras, Dr. Apostolopoulos has been affiliated with the university since 1981. His work spans several major European research initiatives and practical engineering projects focused on modern and historical structure restoration. His expertise extends to reinforced concrete and corrosion analysis in steel structures, emphasizing sustainable construction practices.
Research Interests 🔬
Dr. Apostolopoulos’s research encompasses the mechanical behavior of materials, corrosion and protection of metallic materials, bond behavior between concrete and steel rebars, durability and sustainability of structures, and restoration of monuments. His work focuses on enhancing the lifespan and resilience of civil infrastructure through innovative approaches to material science and structural engineering.
Awards 🏆
Throughout his career, Dr. Apostolopoulos has received numerous accolades for his research contributions and academic excellence. He is widely respected in the academic community, with regular invitations to speak at conferences worldwide and recognition from various international scientific organizations.
Publications 📚
Fatigue Damage Indicator of Different Types of Reinforcing Bars
Published in: International Journal of Structural Integrity, 2022
DOI: 10.1108/IJSI-10-2019-0103
Cited by: Indexed in Crossref
An Experimental Study on Effects of Corrosion and Stirrups Spacing on Bond Behavior of Reinforced Concrete
Published in: Metals, 2020
DOI: 10.3390/met10101327
Cited by: 2 articles on Scopus
Corrosion Resistance and Mechanical Performance of Steel Reinforcement, Before and After Shot-Blasting Process
Published in: Materials Physics and Mechanics, 2020
DOI: 10.18720/MPM.4312020_7
Cited by: Indexed in Scopus
Physical Fundamentals of Thermomechanical Processing in Ultrafine-Grained Metallic Materials Manufacturing
Published in: Materials Physics and Mechanics, 2020
DOI: 10.18720/MPM.4312020_6
Cited by: Indexed in Scopus
Comparison of the Mechanical Response of B400c and B450c Dual Phase Steel Bar Categories, in Long Terms
Published in: Frattura ed Integrita Strutturale, 2019
DOI: 10.3221/IGF-ESIS.50.46
Cited by: Indexed in Scopus