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Coastal Engineering Lab

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Amir Mostaghiman

Ph.D. student, Ocean Engineering. With a background in coastal structures, particularly berm breakwaters, Amir focuses on hybrid coastal structures that integrate hard and soft coastal risk-reduction strategies. His research aims to enhance protection against storm surge and wave attack while preserving ecological functions and aesthetic value. By combining experimental approaches with numerical modeling using XBeach, he evaluates the performance of these novel structures under varying sea-state conditions and geometrical configurations. His work addresses critical questions on the behavior of sand-covered hard structures, including their stability, wave interactions, and morphological evolution during storm events. Additionally, he explores how sand cover thickness influences wave runup, overtopping, scour, and overall structural performance. Through this research, Amir seeks to establish functional design guidelines that improve the resilience, sustainability, and adaptability of hybrid coastal defenses, contributing to more effective and environmentally conscious coastal protection solutions in the face of climate change. Back to Current CEL Team …

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