Mr. Artem Savikovskii | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Artem Savikovskii | Best Researcher Award

Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University | Russia

Artem Victorovich Savikovskii is a Postdoctoral Research Engineer at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation. With an h-index of 2, 10 Scopus-indexed documents, and 23 citations from 15 sources, his growing academic influence reflects a strong foundation in computational and structural mechanics. Dr. Savikovskii earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Applied Mechanics (2012–2018) from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, where he also completed his Ph.D. studies in Applied Mathematics and Mechanics. His research primarily focuses on finite element modeling, fracture mechanics, computational elasticity, nonlinear analysis, and thermo-mechanical behavior of anisotropic materials. His recent publications, including in the International Journal of Engineering Science, address the mechanics of surface damage and crack interaction in anisotropic materials. He has also contributed to studies on thermal fatigue and stress intensity factors in materials with cubic symmetry. Throughout his career, Dr. Savikovskii has demonstrated exceptional skills in computational mechanics, advancing the understanding of material anisotropy and structural failure analysis. His work continues to contribute to modern applied mechanics and materials science, bridging theoretical modeling and practical engineering solutions.

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Featured Publications

Savikovskii, A. V., Semenov, A. S., & Kachanov, M. L. (2024). Influence of material anisotropy on the mechanics of surface damage. International Journal of Engineering Science, 199, 104025. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijengsci.2024.104025

Savikovskii, A. V., Gordeev, A. N., Michailov, A. A., Antonova, O. V., & Semenov, A. S. (2023). Numerical aspects of the J-integral estimation for thermomechanical loading. In Proceedings of the International Conference on Structural Integrity (pp. 203–214). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-37246-9_12

Savikovskii, A. V., & Semenov, A. S. (2023). Influence of material anisotropy on the interaction between cracks under tension and shear. Journal of Applied Mechanics and Technical Physics, 64(10), 1452–1461.

Savikovskii, A. V. (2020). Crystallographic orientation, delay time, and mechanical constants influence on thermal fatigue strength of single-crystal nickel superalloys. Materials Physics and Mechanics, 44(1), 115–124. https://doi.org/10.18720/MPM.4412020_15

Savikovskii, A. V., Semenov, A. S., & Getsov, L. B. (2019). Coupled thermo-electro-mechanical modeling of thermal fatigue of single-crystal corset samples. Materials Physics and Mechanics, 42(3), 45–54. https://doi.org/10.18720/MPM.4232019_5

Savikovskii, A. V., Semenov, A. S., & Getsov, L. (2018). Analysis of crystallographic orientation influence on thermal fatigue with delay of the single-crystal corset sample by means of thermo-elasto-visco-plastic finite-element modeling. MATEC Web of Conferences, 245, 10006. https://doi.org/10.1051/matecconf/201824510006

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yueguang Gao | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yueguang Gao | Best Researcher Award

North University of China | China
Dr. Yueguang Gao is an Associate Professor at the North University of China, specializing in impact dynamics, explosion mechanics, and material fragmentation. He earned his Ph.D. from the State Key Laboratory of Explosion Science and Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology, and his Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Mechanics from the North University of China. His research focuses on the dynamic fracture of materials under explosive loading, simulation of structural responses under extreme conditions, and theoretical modeling of fragment behavior and velocity distribution. Dr. Gao has published 12 research papers in internationally reputed journals such as the International Journal of Impact Engineering, Defence Technology, and the International Journal of Mechanical Sciences. His scientific contributions have earned him 79 citations and an h-index of 5, reflecting the growing influence of his work in the field of explosion mechanics. He has been recognized with several distinctions, including the National Scholarship (2022) and the North University of China Excellence Scholarship. Through his innovative studies on fragment dynamics and material failure, Dr. Gao continues to contribute significantly to the advancement of defense technology and applied mechanics research.
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Featured Publications

Gao, Y., Fu, J., Wu, S., Lan, X., Ren, K., & Yang, R. (2025). Effects of end caps of cylindrical casing on fragment velocity distribution. Defence Technology.

Gao, Y., Fu, J., Wu, S., Feng, S., Zhao, T., Chen, Z., Li, Y., & Liu, H. (2024). A theoretical model for the oblique impact of fragments. International Journal of Impact Engineering, 184, 104837.

Gao, Y., Feng, S., Xiao, X., Feng, Y., & Huang, Q. (2023). Fragment characteristics from a cylindrical casing constrained at one end. International Journal of Mechanical Sciences, 248, 108186.

Gao, Y., Feng, S., Xiao, X., Zhang, B., & Huang, Q. (2023). Fragment characteristics of cylinder with discontinuous charge. International Journal of Impact Engineering, 173, 104479.

Gao, Y., Feng, S., Huang, G., Feng, Y., & Huang, Q. (2022). Experimental study of the oblique impact and ricochet characteristics of cylindrical fragments. International Journal of Impact Engineering, 170, 104334.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shuai Zheng | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shuai Zheng | Best Researcher Award

Dalian Jiaotong University | China

Dr. Shuai Zheng is an accomplished researcher and Associate Professor at Dalian Jiaotong University, specializing in intelligent transportation infrastructure, geotechnical safety, and computational modeling. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and has extensive experience in bridge and tunnel stability, BIM-based digital construction, and AI-driven reliability analysis. His research integrates theoretical modeling with data-driven engineering to improve the safety and resilience of transportation systems. Dr. Zheng has authored 22 peer-reviewed publications with 94 citations and an h-index of 6, demonstrating consistent scholarly impact. His key works include “Research and Application of Reliability Evaluation Model for Water Inrush Risk during Tunnel Construction” (Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology, 2026) and “ZSI-R Method for Evaluating Foundation Pit Stability in Karst Regions” (Geotechnical and Geological Engineering, 2025). He collaborates with over 50 co-authors worldwide, contributing to multidisciplinary studies in digital and sustainable construction. Dr. Zheng has received provincial-level Science and Technology Progress Awards (2020 & 2022) for his innovative contributions to digital infrastructure development. His research advances the understanding of smart, resilient, and sustainable engineering systems, positioning him as a promising leader in next-generation intelligent construction technologies.

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Featured Publications

Zhang, Q., Zheng, S., Zhao, J., Liu, X., Du, E., & Yang, Y. (2025). ZSI-R method for evaluating foundation pit stability in karst regions. Geotechnical and Geological Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10706-025-03358-x

Ma, C., Yang, Y., Wang, X., Zhang, Y., Wang, H., & Zheng, S. (2025). A new DEM calibration method for the adhesion and shear behavior of clay materials based on response surface methodology. Engineering Research Express. https://doi.org/10.1088/2631-8695/ae0411

Jia, B., Yang, Y., Wang, X., Li, L., Zhang, Y., & Zheng, S. (2025). Real-time prediction method of shield tunneling attitude under complex geological conditions. Engineering Research Express. https://doi.org/10.1088/2631-8695/ae0b30

Zhang, H., Dong, S., Li, S., & Zheng, S. (2025). Sensitivity analysis and optimization of urban roundabout road design parameters based on CFD. Eng, 6(7), 156. https://doi.org/10.3390/eng6070156

Jiang, T., Jiang, A., Zheng, S., Xu, M., & Nguyen-Xuan, H. (2021). Prediction of blast-induced ground vibration (BIGV) of metro construction using differential evolution algorithm-optimized Gaussian process (DE-GP). Shock and Vibration, Article 2847180. https://doi.org/10.1155/2021/2847180