Introducing New Zealand’s leading seismic engineer

Dr John Jing is arguably New Zealand’s leading seismic engineer and  expert in seismic engineering. You’ll find he has more than 20 years’ experience in structural design and seismic assessments. While he has been working in civil and structural engineering since 2004, following his passion, in 2009 he started to specialise more in seismic engineering. In this capacity, he has worked for, or has consulted to, many of New Zealand’s leading seismic engineering and design consultancies.

Seismic Assessment and retrofitting of heritage and commercial buildings

He has assessed and retrofitted many noteworthy heritage and commercial buildings across New Zealand and has been involved in more than 800 projects. Property owners, councils and engineering firms rely on John’s extensive experience.

EXPERTISE SOUGHT-OUT BY COUNCILS, PROFESSIONALS AND OTHER ENGINEERS

For John, education and the accumulation of knowledge is ongoing. The fact that he is a registered high-risk producer statement author for the Auckland Council and that he is sought out by property owners and other engineering consultants is clear evidence: John’s knowledge in the area of seismic engineering is unrivalled within New Zealand.

SEISMIC ENGINEERING THE FUTURE OF A SAFER NEW ZEALAND

Like anyone passionate about their chosen field, John is committed to his own professional development. Ongoing research, and additional qualifications and affiliations reflect this. You’ll find he is also working to become a Fellow of Engineering New Zealand. This will enable him to contribute his expertise and opinions on advisory panels.

By being a Fellow, he will be well-placed to teach and encourage young, up-and-coming engineers to become experts in their craft, thereby raising seismic engineering standards across the industry and helping to engineer the future of a safer New Zealand.

MENTORING, COACHING AND ASSESSING OTHERS

John enjoys mentoring and coaching. He believes the development of others is important, and he has helped many talented structural engineers to learn, advance and grow. John works for the professional body, Engineering New Zealand as a Practice Area Assessor. The engineering industry is self-regulated by Engineering New Zealand. John regularly assesses other engineers who apply for CPEng registration or renewal. As part of the assessments, these applicants need to submit evidence to demonstrate that they meet the required competence standard.

AN APPROACHABLE COMMUNICATOR

While highly qualified and extremely experienced, you’ll find John is a very approachable and down-to-earth. He knows good communication is key to all parties understanding the challenge at hand and for getting his advice and vision across to others.

He’s comfortable talking with project stakeholders at all levels, from councils and property-owners, to the engineers doing the work. Not only that, he relates well to others and has a high degree of patience, especially when explaining the complex nature of physics and engineering. Working with John not only gets you a great outcome, it’s enjoyable, too.

Contact

☎ CONTACT

0800 846 637
john@tinoseismic.co.nz

➤ LOCATION

Spaces Centre, 110 Carlton Gore Road, Newmarket, Auckland 1023

• Jing, J, G.C. Clifton, K. Roy and J.B.P. Lim, 2021. Seismic protection of modular buildings with galvanised steel wall tracks and bonded rubber units: Experimental and numerical study. Thin-Walled Structures, 162.

• Jing, J, G.C. Clifton, K. Roy and J.B.P. Lim, 2020. Seismic protection of modular buildings with bonded rubber unit sliders: Experimental study. Thin-Walled Structures, 154.

• Jing, J, G.C. Clifton, K. Roy and J.B.P. Lim, 2020. Three-storey modular steel building with a novel slider device: Shake table tests on a scaled down model and numerical investigation. Thin-Walled Structures, 155.

• Jing, J, G.C. Clifton, K. Roy and J.B.P. Lim, 2020. Performance of a novel slider device in multi-storey cold-formed steel modular buildings under seismic loading. Structures, 27.

• Jing, J, 2019. Seismic Damage-Resistant System for Multi-Storey Buildings. New Zealand Patent Number 740105. New Zealand Intellectual Office, available at http://www.iponz.govt.nz

• Ormeno, M., J. Jing, R. Rogers and E.D.R Castillo, 2019. Capacity of diaphragm strengthened with FRP: comparison between ACI 440.2R and in-situ tests. Proceedings of 2019 Pacific Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Auckland, New Zealand, April 4-6.

• Ashcroft, D., T. Egbelakin, J. Jing and E.O. Rasheed, 2019. Cost comparison of seismic damage resisting systems for modules in multi-storey buildings. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 17(2), 330-346.

• Jing, J, 2018. Earthquake-Resilient Multi-Storey Modular Buildings: The Next Generation of Modular Construction in New Zealand. Proceedings of 3rd NZ Modular Construction and Pre-Fabrication Forum, Auckland, New Zealand, Oct. 24-26.

• Prionas, I. and J. Jing, 2017. Performance Based Seismic Assessment of Historic URM Structures Using True ‘Brick’ and Mortar Elements. Proceedings of New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering Annual Technical Conference and 15th World Conference on Seismic Isolation, Energy Dissipation and Active Vibration Control of Structures, Wellington, New Zealand, April 27-29.

• Prionas, I., J. Jing, M. Seifi and J. Tahir, 2017. Progressive collapse analysis of existing buildings – A performance-based approach. Proceedings of 16th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering, Santiago, Chile, Jan 9-13.

• Jing, J, 2016. Seismic Damage-Resistant System for Modular Steel Structures. University of Auckland, Auckland.

• Jing, J and G.C. Clifton, 2016. Seismic Damage-Resistant System for Multi-Storey Modular Light Steel Framed Buildings. Proceedings of Australian Earthquake Engineering Society 2016 Conference, Melbourne, Australia, Nov 25-27.

• Osman, H.S., M.H. Serror and E. Fathallah, 2024. Parametric optimization of SIP connection geometry in CFS-MRF structures: A finite element study. Structures, 69.

• Castillo, E.D.R., A. Niroomandi and T. Triantafillou, 2024. Seismic Retrofitting of Realistic Beam–Column Joints with Shear Failure Using FRP Sheets and FRP Anchors. Journal of Composites for Construction, 28(4).

• Mo, Z., G. Shu, B. Lai, C.E. Ventura and T.Y. Yang, 2024. Experimental behavior, numerical modeling and parameters evaluation of three-dimensional seismic isolation device. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 220(4).

• Eshaghi, C., R. Peres and J.M. Castro, 2024. Assessment of the Cyclic Behavior of Inter-Module Connections in Modular Steel Buildings. Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Behaviour of Steel Structures in Seismic Areas (STESSA 2024), Salerno, Italy.

• Corfar, D.A. and K.D. Tsavdaridis, 2024. Testing novel hybrid inter-module joints for steel modular buildings under cyclic load. Engineering Structures, 315.

• Tsavdaridis, K.D. and D.A. Corfar, 2024. Insights into the cyclic behaviour of novel hybrid inter-module joints under lateral load. Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Steel and Aluminium Structures (ICSAS 2024), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

• Corfar, D.A. and K.D. Tsavdaridis, 2024. Experimental test on a hybrid inter-module connection for steel modular building systems. Proceedings of the 18th World Conference on Earthquake Engineering (WCEE 2024), Milan, Italy.

• Dalalbashi, A., C. Reis, J. Pinto, F. Pimenta, N.O. Ferreira and N.B. Pereira, 2024. Architectural MICADO Modular Construction. II: Parametric Study of Rectangle-Shape Structural Behavior. Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction, 29(2).

• Khodabocus, S. and S. Seyis, 2024. TRENDS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS OF RISK MANAGEMENT APPROACHES APPLIED IN MODULAR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS. Uludağ University Journal of The Faculty of Engineering, 29(1).

• Shan, W., J. Liu, H. Qi and J. Zhou, 2024. Cross-phase automated structural design of modular buildings using a unified matrix method and multi-objective optimization. Expert Systems with Applications, 249(6).

• Zhang, J., E.D.R. Castillo, R. Kanitkar and A.D. Borwankar, 2024. Proposed Design Method for EB-FRP Ties Debond Strain Encompassing Short/Long and Thin/Thick Ties. American Concrete Institute (ACI) Special Publication 2023-October (SP 418); the 16th International Symposium on Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Reinforcement for Concrete Structures (FRPRCS-16), New Orleans, US.

• Zhou, Q., S. Liu, Z. Zhou, W. Guo, W. Huang, W. He and H. Fu, 2024. Experimental and numerical studies on friction energy-dissipating combination chord of staggered truss. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 213(6).

• Hajirezaei, R., P. Sharafi, K. Kildashti and M. Alembagheri, 2024. Robustness of Corner-Supported Modular Steel Buildings with Core Walls. Buildings, 14(1).

• Yang, X., W. Lu, X. Ren and B. Xue, 2023. Scaling method for small sized model testing of steel‐reinforced concrete structures. Earthquake Engineering and Resilience, 2(4).

• Cao, W., Z. Yang, X. Wang and H. Dong, 2023. Seismic behavior of prefabricated beam-column joint with π-shaped connector. Structures, 58.

• He, C. and Y. Wei, 2023. Lateral Behavior of Modular Steel Buildings with Diaphragm Connections. Proceedings of 16th International Conference on Durability of Building Materials and Components, Beijing, China.

• Xie, W., H. Liang, Z. Zhang, P. Wei and Y. Lu, 2023. Testing and Analysis of Surrounding Buildings during the Operation of Seismic Simulation Shaking Table. Buildings, 13(10).

• Castillo, E.D.R., R. Kanitkar, A.D. Borwankar, A. Niroomandi and R. Rogers, 2023. Design advice for FRP ties on diaphragms. Proceedings of SESOC Conference, Christchurch, New Zealand, June 21-23.

• Corfar, D.A. and K.D. Tsavdaridis, 2023. A hybrid inter-module connection for steel modular building systems with SMA and high-damping rubber components. Engineering Structures, 289.

• Zhai, X., X. Zha, Kai Wang, Kaichao Wang and H. Wang, 2023. Shake table tests of a full-scale two-story plate-type modular composite building with semi-rigid corner connections. Engineering Structures, 289.

• Tuleyev, A., Z. Omarov, T. Abakanov, V. Lapin and T. Tuleyev, 2023. VIBRATION TEST OF A HIGH-RISE MONOLITHIC BUILDING. International Journal of GEOMATE, 25(109).

• Dows, M.Q. and H.A. Ai-Baghdadi, 2023. Dynamic response of a two-story steel structure subjected to earthquake excitation by using deterministic and nondeterministic approaches. Journal of the Mechanical Behaviour of Materials, 32(1).

• Peng, F., T. Li, K. Yu, Y. Wang, L. Zhang, G. Jiang and R. Zhao, 2023. Adaptive modal identification of honeycomb thin-walled composite structures with pit defects under thermal modal testing using variational mode decomposition technique based on digital image correlation. Thin-Walled Structures, 188.

• Tetlak, T.B., J. Gattas and C. Maluk, 2023. Experimental study on the effects of scale on the static and dynamic behaviour of Glulam and hybrid-Glulam beams. Construction and Building Materials, 369(2).

• Bazarchi, E., A. Davaran, C.P. Lamarche, N. Roy and S. Parent, 2023. Experimental and numerical investigation of a novel vertically unconstrained steel inter-modular connection. Thin-Walled Structures, 183.

• Roy, K., R. Su, A.A. Dani, Z. Fang, H. Liang and J.B.P. Lim, 2023. Spatiotemporal Model to Quantify Stocks of Metal Cladding Products for a Prospective Circular Economy. Applied Sciences, 12(9).

• Wang, X.P., J.K. Wang, M. Xu, Y. Tang, D.M. Li, Q.K. Wang, S. Cai, S.Y. Hu, C.Y. Liao, J.S. Feng, 2023. Prefabricated tubular light roof truss assembled with screwed novel modular connectors: Full-scale test and FE modelling. Thin-Walled Structures, 182.

• Taranu, G., V. Ungureanu, N. Zsolt, S.M.A. Stratulat, I.O. Toma and L. Septimiu, 2023. Shake table test and numerical analyses of a thin-walled Cold-Formed Steel structure: Part 1 -Investigation of the structural skeleton without claddings. Thin-Walled Structures, 182.

• Khan, K., Z. Chen, J. Liu and K. Javed, 2022. State-of-the-Art on Technological Developments and Adaptability of Prefabricated Industrial Steel Buildings. Applied Sciences, 13(2).

• Yi, W., L. Zuo, T. Chen, M. Wang, H. Sun, Z. Lei and X. Chen, 2022. Bearing Capacity of Steel Square Tubular Column I-Shaped Beam Joints Connected by New Elliptical One-Sided Bolts. International Journal of Steel Structures, 22(11).

• Yang, C., S. Wang, X. Wang, B. Zhao, Q. Wang and J. Ou, 2022. Seismic behavior of full-scale T-shaped joints connected by through-tie rod in MIC. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 197.

• Xue, S., Z. Zhao, X. Li, R. Liu, M. Dezhkam, Z. Lu, T. Liu, Q. Fan and H. Jing, 2022. Shaking Table Test Research on the Influence of Center-Hung Scoreboard on Natural Vibration Characteristics and Seismic Response of Suspen-Dome Structures. Buildings, 12(8).

• Wang, Y., Y. Tang, F. Zhang and J. Guo, 2022. Laboratory Model Tests of Seismic Strain Response of Anti-Seismic Anchor Cables. Frontiers in Earth Science, 10.

• Xu, Y.L., J.P. Hao, Y.X. Su and Y.F. Shang, 2022. Seismic Performance of Column-Tree Moment Connections with Slit Dampers. KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, 26(6).

• Osman, H.S., M.H. Serror and E. Fathallah, 2022. Numerical study on the rotation capacity of SIP-strengthened cold-formed steel beams. Engineering Structures, 251.

• Pan, W. and Z. Wang, 2022. Precast Concrete Coupled Shear Wall System of Modular High-rises Without In Situ Cores. Structural Engineering International, 33(4).

• Lim, Y.W., P.C.H. Ling, C.S. Tan, H.Y. Chong and A. Thurairajah, 2022. Planning and coordination of modular construction. Automation in Construction, 141(8).

• Corfar, D.A. and K.D. Tsavdaridis, 2022. A comprehensive review and classification of inter-module connections for hot-rolled steel modular building systems. Journal of Building Engineering, 50.

• Castillo, E.D.R., R. Kanitkar, K.A. Harries and R. Rogers, 2022. Applicability of fib Bulletin 90 Chapter 5 to real life FRP design. Proceedings of fib Congress 2022, Oslo, Norway.

• Castillo, E.D.R., K.A. Harries, R. Rogers and R. Kanitkar, 2022. FRP Tension Ties: State-of-the-Art Review of Existing Design Guidance for Debonding Capacity and Applicability to Concrete Diaphragm Seismic Strengthening. Journal of Composites for Construction, 26(2).

• Sobuz, M.H.R., M. Meraz, A. Saha, A.S.M. Akid, N. Hasan and M.A. Safayet, 2022. Performance assessment of various seismic resistant systems for a multistory structure in different seismic zones of Bangladesh. Journal of Engineering Design and Technology.

• Ozaki, F., Y. Liu and K. Ye, 2021. Tensile and shear strength for a self-drilling screw and transition of failure-modes and shear-strengths for self-drilling screwed connections at elevated-temperatures. Journal of Structural Fire Engineering, 13(3).

• Perera, D.N., P. Keerthan, P. Gatheeshgar, I. Upasiri, P. Sherlock, H. Rajanayagam, B. Nagaratnam, 2021. Fire performance of modular wall panels: Numerical analysis. Structures, 34(2)

• Bernuzzi, C., C. Pellegrino and M. Simoncelli, 2021. Characterization of Existing Steel Racks via Dynamic Identification. Buildings, 11(12).

• Liu, X., M.L. Chen, X. Chen, Y.M. Li, Y. Wang and L. Xu, 2021. Seismic behavior of bolted truss-to-column joint with oversized or slotted bolt hole. Engineering Structures, 247(3).

• Wang, Z. and K.D. Tsavdaridis, 2021. Optimality criteria-based minimum-weight design method for modular building systems subjected to generalised stiffness constraints: A comparative study. Engineering Structures, 251(3).

• Truong, A.N. and C.H. Pham, 2021. Numerical modelling of power-actuated fastener connections joining high-strength steel sheet to mild steel plate subjected to monotonic shear. Thin-Walled Structures, 165(2).

• Chen, Z., K. Khan, A. Khan, K. Javed and J. Liu, 2021. Exploration of the multidirectional stability and response of prefabricated volumetric modular steel structures. Journal of Constructional Steel Research, 184.

• Yang, C., X. Cai, G. Dong, A. Schellenberg and S. You, 2021. Real-Time Hybrid Simulation of a Single-Span Girder Bridge Using a Shake Table Coupled with an Actuator. KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, 25(11).

• Gatheeshgar, P., S.T. Parker, K. Askew, P. Keerthan, S. Navaratnam, A. McIntosh and D.W. Small, 2021. Flexural Behaviour and Design of Modular Construction Optimised Beams. Structures, 32(3).

• Batukan, M.B., R. Sanches, A. Hashemi, O. Mercan, A. Fathieh and P. Quenneville, 2021. Seismic performance of modular steel buildings (MSBs) equipped with resilient slip friction joints (RSFJs). Journal of Building Engineering, 47(8).

• Longo, F., A. Cascardi, P. Lassandro and M.A. Aiello, 2021. Thermal and Seismic Capacity Improvements for Masonry Building Heritage: A Unified Retrofitting System. Sustainability, 13(3).

• Yazdanian, M., J. Ingham, C. Kahanek and D. Dizhur, 2020. Damage assessment of catwalks following the 2016 Kaikōura earthquake. Structures, 28.

• Deng, E.F., L. Zong, Y. Ding, Z. Zhang, J.F. Zhang, F.W. Shi, L.M. Cai and S.C. Gao, 2020. Seismic performance of mid-to-high rise modular steel construction - A critical review. Thin-Walled Structures, 155.

• Srisangeerthanan, S., J.M. Hashemi, P. Rajeev, E. Gad and S. Fernando, 2019. Review of performance requirements for inter-module connections in multi-story modular buildings. Journal of Building Engineering, 28.

• Castillo, E.D.R., R. Kanitkar and S.T. Smith, 2019. Floor Diaphragm Strengthening of Concrete Structures with FRP. Proceedings of The Concrete NZ Conference 2019, Dunedin, New Zealand.

• Castillo, E.D.R., R. Kanitkar and S.T. Smith, 2019. Practical uses of FRP anchors in New Zealand. Proceedings of Structural Engineering Conference – SESOC 2019, Auckland, New Zealand.