Assoc. Prof. Dr., Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike, Nigeria
Festus Chukwudi Onyeka is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Nigeria. With expertise in structural mechanics and materials, elasticity of beams, plates, and shells, and finite element analysis, he has published numerous research papers. Festus is a registered engineer and member of several professional bodies, including the Nigerian Society of Engineers and the Nigerian Institution of Civil Engineers.
Professional Profile
Education 🎓
– Ph.D in Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering Mechanics), University of Nigeria, Nsukka (2016-2019) 📚– Masters of Engineering in Civil Engineering (M.Eng), University of Nigeria, Nsukka (2008-2010) 🎓– *Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering (B. Eng)*, Anambra State University, Uli (2002-2007) 🏗️
Experience 💼
– *Associate Professor*, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (2022 – Present) 👨🏫– *Associate Professor*, Edo State University Uzairue (2022-2023) 📚– *Teaching and Research*, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (2008 – Present)
Research Focus 🔍
Festus’ research focuses on:- *Elasticity of Beams, Plates, and Shells* 🔩– *Analysis of Railway Structures* 🚂– *Structural Mechanics and Materials Strength* 🏗️– *Variational Calculus* 📝– *Finite Element Analysis* 💻– *Stability of Structures*
Publication Top Notes
1. Exact three-dimensional stability analysis of plate using a direct variational energy method 📚 (2022)
2. Analytical Solution of Thick Rectangular Plate with Clamped and Free Support Boundary Condition using Polynomial Shear Deformation Theory 📝 (2021)
3. Application of a New Trigonometric Theory in the Buckling Analysis of three dimensional thick Plate 🔩 (2021)
4. Strain–Displacement Expressions and their Effect on the Deflection and Strength of Plate 🔍 (2020)
5. Buckling Solution of a Three-Dimensional Clamped Rectangular Thick Plate Using Direct Variational Method 📊 (2021)
6. Elastic bending analysis exact solution of plate using alternative refined plate theory 📈 (2021)
7. Application of a New Refined Shear Deformation Theory for the Analysis of Thick Rectangular Plates 🔝 (2020)
8. Analytical study of bending characteristics of an elastic rectangular plate using direct variational energy approach with trigonometric function 📊 (2021)
9. CRITICAL LATERAL LOAD ANALYSIS OF RECTANGULAR PLATE CONSIDERING SHEAR DEFORMATION EFFECT 🔒 (2020)
10. Application of exact solution approach in the analysis of thick rectangular plate 📈 (2019)
11. Direct analysis of critical lateral load in a thick rectangular plate using refined plate theory 🔩 (2019)
Festus Chukwudi Onyeka’s academic excellence, research experience, and professional qualifications make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to structural mechanics and materials demonstrate his potential for continued impactful research [1].