Samrat Gandikot

Facade Structural Engineer

Sustainable Design Solutions • Selbstständig

Apr 2018 - Present • 8 yrs 1 mo

Professional Experience: Specialist in Advanced Structural Engineering With a focus on delivering robust and compliant structural solutions, my professional experience is centered on the comprehensive analysis and design of complex building systems for high-stakes, international projects. I have a proven track record of handling intricate structural calculations for multi-story buildings, consistently meeting the stringent design requirements of the UK and Middle Eastern markets. Key Areas of Focus: International Project Compliance: Successfully managed and executed structural analysis for numerous projects, ensuring full adherence to international building codes and project-specific design criteria for regions with highly demanding engineering standards. Façade and Unitized System Design: Specialized in the detailed structural assessment of unitized curtain walls and advanced façade systems. This involves rigorous calculation for key components like mullions, transoms, and the complex connections that integrate these systems into the main building structure. Advanced Connection Engineering: Routinely perform detailed strength and serviceability checks on critical connections, including stack joint sleeves, end connections, and bracket systems (such as top-of-slab brackets). My work ensures the long-term safety and performance of these elements, including precise shear, tension (pullout), and combined load checks on various fasteners and anchor bolts (e.g., M10, M12). Foundational and Advanced Analysis Methods: My expertise spans classical and modern analytical techniques crucial for solving determinate and indeterminate structures. This includes: Classical Methods: Slope Deflection, Moment Distribution, Method of Consistent Deformations, and Clapeyron’s Theorem (Three Moments). Modern Techniques: Extensive application of the Finite Element Method (FEM/FEA) for the analysis of beams, frames, plates, and shells, providing accurate modeling for even the most complex