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Research output per year
Personal profile
Biography
Michael obtained his BSc. in Civil Engineering with Distinction and MSc. at the University of Alberta, Canada and completed his PhD degree at the same University in 1994. He subsequently was appointed as a research engineer at the University before returning to Asia in 1995. Prior to joining the Department of Building and Real Estate in early 2002, Michael has spent several years with the University of Macau as Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering, as well as the Hong Kong Technical College as Lecturer. He has also obtained consultancy experience in the areas of the design and construction of both reinforced concrete buildings and structural steelworks in Hong Kong. Michael is a fellow of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers, the Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers, and the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Research interests
- Structural steel connections
- Earthquake resilent steel structures
- High strength steels
- Smart materials
- Construction health and safety
Teaching
- Structures
- Construction Technology
- Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Alberta
Master of Science, The University of Alberta
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, The University of Alberta
External positions
Deputy Chairman, Home Purchase Allowance Appeals Committee Panel, Development Bureau, HKSAR Government
14 Jul 2020 → 13 Jul 2023
Member, Construction Industry Council, Construction Workers Qualification Board
1 Jan 2020 → 31 Dec 2021
Observer, Independent Police Complaints Council, Security Bureau, HKSAR Government
1 Nov 2019 → 30 Oct 2021
Member, Construction Industry Council, Building Construction Trade Tests Sub-committee
10 Jul 2019 → 30 Jun 2022
Auditor, Quality Assurance Council (QAC) Quality audits on sub-degree operations of University Grants Committee (UGC)-funded universities
1 Feb 2017 → 31 Dec 2019
Network
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Research output
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A replaceable fuse steel-concrete composite connection: Force transfer mechanism and design considerations
He, X., Ke, K., Guo, L., Yam, M. C. H. & Wang, Z., Aug 2021, In: Journal of Constructional Steel Research. 183, 106760.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
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Collapse resistance of steel frames in two-side-column-removal scenario: Analytical method and design approach
Zhang, J. Z., Yam, M. C. H., Soltanieh, G. & Feng, R., 25 May 2021, In: Structural Engineering and Mechanics. 78, 4, p. 485-496 12 p.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
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Damage-control steel frames equipped with SMA connections and ductile links subjected to near-field earthquake motions: A spectral energy factor model
Zhou, X., Zhang, H., Ke, K., Guo, L. & Yam, M. CH., 15 Jul 2021, In: Engineering Structures. 239, 112301.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus) -
Francis Siu, Chi-Keung Lau, Xing-Jin Jing, James Lau, Albert Chan, Michael Yam, Chi-Ming Lau, Dong Guan, Dandan Li, Jerry Lai, and Nan Yang (2021-2031). Steel platform and shaft hole-wall stationary excavator (Chinese Utility Model Patent No. ZL 202020431251.6)
Siu, F., LAU Chi-Keung, Jing, X., LAU Chi-Wang James, Chan, P. C., Yam, C. H. M., LAU Chi-Ming, Guan, D., Li, D., Lai, H. K. & Yang, N., 2021, IPC No. Chinese Utility Model Patent No. ZL, Patent No. 202020431251.6Research output: Patents, agreements, assignments and companies › Patents granted
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Seismic robustness of self-centering braced frames suffering tendon failure
Ping, Y., Fang, C., Chen, Y. & Yam, M. C. H., May 2021, In: Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics. 50, 6, p. 1671-1691 21 p.Research output: Journal article publication › Journal article › Academic research › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus)
Prizes
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Award of High Scientific and Technological Level of the Invention, 2008 In Recognition of the Invention of the Rapid Demountable Platform (RDPc)
Chan, Ping Chuen (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Chan, Wai Ming (Recipient), Yam, Chi Ho Michael (Recipient), KWOK, A. W. K. (Recipient), LEE, W. C. (Recipient), WONG, P. C. W. (Recipient), Siu, Kin Wai Michael (Recipient), LO, P. (Recipient), CHEUNG, E. (Recipient), YEUNG, N. S. Y. (Recipient) & LAU, C. K. (Recipient), Apr 2008
Prize: Prize (research)
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Award of High Scientific and Technological Level of the Invention from Romania Ministry of Education, Research and Youth. "Rapid Demountable Platform (RDP)"
Chan, Ping Chuen (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Chan, Wai Ming (Recipient), Yam, Chi Ho Michael (Recipient), KWOK , W. K. (Recipient), Siu, Kin Wai Michael (Recipient), LO, C. H. (Recipient), CHEUNG, E. (Recipient), LEE, W. C. (Recipient), LAU, C. K. (Recipient), WONG, C. W. P. (Recipient) & YEUNG, N. (Recipient), Apr 2008
Prize: Prize (research)
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Gold Award with the congratulations of the jury. "Rapid Demountable Platform (RDP)"
Chan, Ping Chuen (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Yam, Chi Ho Michael (Recipient), KWOK, W. K. (Recipient), Siu, Kin Wai Michael (Recipient), LO, C. H. (Recipient), CHEUNG, E. (Recipient), LAU, C. K. (Recipient), LEE, W. C. (Recipient), WONG, C. W. P. (Recipient), YEUNG, N. (Recipient) & Chan, Wai Ming (Recipient), Apr 2008
Prize: Prize (research)
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Research project selected as the Local Grand Prize Award for CIC Innovation Award 2015 – Sustainable Innovation Drives Transformation
Chan, Ping Chuen (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Yam, Chi Ho Michael (Recipient), Chan, Wai Ming (Recipient), LAM, W. M. (Recipient), Li, Y. (Recipient), Guo, Y. (Recipient), SONG, W. (Recipient), YI, W. (Recipient), YANG, Y. (Recipient), Wong, D. (Recipient), Cheung, E. (Recipient) & Chung, J. (Recipient), Dec 2015
Prize: Prize (research)
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the apfpm Asia Pacific Project Management Achievement Awards 2014
Chan, Ping Chuen (Recipient), Wong, K. W. (Recipient), Chung, J. W. Y. (Recipient), Mok, E. (Recipient), Yam, Chi Ho Michael (Recipient), Chan, Wai Ming (Recipient), Shea, G. (Recipient), Wong, D. P. (Recipient), Biggs, H. (Recipient), Dingsdag, D. (Recipient), YI, W. (Recipient) & GUAN, Y. (Recipient), Nov 2014
Prize: Prize (research)