Expertise

Melhem's research has focused on artificial intelligence and information systems, computer controlled testing, experimental analysis, fatigue and fracture of structures, finite element and numerical modeling of structures, health monitoring, and structural assessment, with the goal of enhancing and preserving the civil infrastructure.

Keywords: Accelerated pavement testing; Computer controlled testing of structures; Artificial intelligence and information systems; Non-destructive evaluation of structures; Finite elements and numerical modeling.

Past Affiliations

Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, Kansas State University

Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, Carl R. Ice College of Engineering, Kansas State University

Research Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering, University of Pittsburgh (past)

Communities
Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering
Degrees
PhD, University of Pittsburgh, Civil Engineering, 1989
MS, University of Pittsburgh, Civil Engineering, 1987
MS, University of Pittsburgh, Applied Mathematics, 1987
BS, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt, Civil Engineering, 1981
Keywords
civil engineering
Languages
Arabic, French
Associations
American Society for Engineering Education
American Society of Civil Engineers
International Association of Foundation Drilling
Prestressed Concrete Institute
Society of Experimental Mechanics