Dr Clare Wood

Research Highlights

1. Wood, C. (2018). VR in Civil Engineering Teaching at Swansea University. In Proceedings of the 6th Annual Symposium of the UK and Ireland Engineering Education Research Network6th Annual Symposium of the UK and Ireland Engineering Education Research Network.

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa46067
2. Gil, A., Arranz-Carreno, A., Wood, C., Bonet, J., & Hesch, C. (2018). An Enhanced Immersed Structural Potential Method (ISPM) for the simulation of fluid-structure interaction problems. In Proceedings of the International Workshop for Mathematical Modelling on HemodynamicsInternational Workshop for Mathematical Modelling on Hemodynamics.

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa46065

   https://www.univ-st-etienne.fr/fr/mod-mad/agenda-actualites/actualites-2018-2019/workshop-mathematical-modeling.html
3. Garcia Blanco, E., Ortigosa Martinez, R., Wood, C., Gil, A., & Bonet, J. (2018). A Polyconvex Computational Formulation for Electro-Activation in Cardiac Mechanics. In Proceedings of the 55th Annual Technical meeting of the Society of Engineering Science, 10th October 2018, Madrid, Spain55th Annual Technical meeting of the Society of Engineering Science.

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa46066

   http://www.ses2018.org/
4. Wood, C. (2018). VR for enhanced teaching of conceptual design development. Virtual and Augmented Reality to Enhance Learning and Teaching in Higher Education.

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa46058

   https://www.swansea.ac.uk/vr-in-teaching/vr-conference/
5. Wood, C. & Gil, A. (2017). A success story of funding and delivering Erasmus Mundus postgraduate study programmes in the College of Engineering at Swansea University – 2007 – present.. HEA Annual Conference 2017: Generation TEF: Teaching in the spotlight.

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa46059

   https://www.heacademy.ac.uk/training-events/hea-annual-conference-2017-generation-tef-teaching-spotlight
6. Gil, A., Arranz Carreno, A., Bonet, J., & Wood, C. (2013). An enhanced Immersed Structural Potential Method (ISPM) for the simulation of fluid-structure interaction problems. In In Proceedings of the 12th US National Congress on Computational Mechanics (USNCCM)

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31175

   http://12.usnccm.org/
7. Gil, A., Arranz Carreno, A., Bonet, J., & Wood, C. (2013). An enhanced Immersed Structural Potential Method (ISPM) for the simulation of fluid-structure interaction problems. In In proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Computational Methods for coupled problems in science and engineering

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31176
8. Arranz Carreno, A., Gil, A., Bonet, J., Wood, C., & Hesch, C. (2013). An enhanced Immersed Structural Potential Method for fluid-structure interaction biomedical applications. In In proceedings of the 7th MIT Conference on Computational Fluid and Solid Mechanics

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31174
9. Arranz Carreno, A., Gil, A., Bonet, J., Wood, C., & Hassan, O. (2012). A Runge-Kutta-Chebyshev-projection Immersed Structural Potential Method for fluid structure interaction. In In Proceedings of Bioengineering 12, University of Oxford, UK

   SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31177
10. Wood, C., Gil, A., Hassan, O., & Ashraf, S. (2010). Computational modelling for cardiovascular medicine: patient-specific modelling of artificial heart valve hemodynamic performance. In In Proceedings of 5th European Conference on Computational Fluid Dynamics, Lisbon

    SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31178
11. Wood, C., Gil, A., Hassan, O., Bonet, J., & Ashraf, S. (2009). Computational modeling of the beating heart: blood flow through an artificial heart valve. In In Proceedings of 1st International Conference on Computational and Mathematical Biomedical Engineering, Swansea

    SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31179
12. Wood, C., Gil, A., Hassan, O., Morgan, K., & Bonet, J. (2008). A 3D unsteady incompressible flow solver and its application in fluid structure interaction problems. In In Proceedings of 8th World Congress on Computational Mechanics and 5th European Congress on Computational Mechanics, Venice

    SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31180
13. Morgan, K., Zhang, Z., Wood, C., Gil, A., & Hassan, O. (2008). A 3D unsteady incompressible flow solver and its application in fluid structure interaction problems. In In Proceedings of ECCOMAS Multidisciplinary Jubilee Symposium

    SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31181
14. Wood, C., Gil, A., Hassan, O., & Bonet, J. (2007). A Partitioned Approach for the Solution of Three-Dimensional Time-Dependent Incompressible Fluid-Structure Interaction. In In Proceedings of 15th UK ACME Conference, UK

    SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31182
15. Wood, C., Hassan, O., Bonet, J., & Gil, A. (2007). A partitioned approach for the solution of 3D time dependent incompressible fluid-structure interaction. In In Proceedings of the 14th International Conference on Finite Elements in Flow Problems, Santa Fe

    SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa31183
16. Hassan, O., Bonet, J., Gil, A., & Wood, C. (2010). Partitioned block-Gauss–Seidel coupling for dynamic fluid–structure interaction. Computers & Structures, 88(23-24), 1367-1382.

    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruc.2008.08.005, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa5412
17. Wood, C., Gil, A., Hassan, O., Bonet, J., Bonet, J., Hassan, O., Gil, A., & Wood, C. (2008). A partitioned coupling approach for dynamic fluid–structure interaction with applications to biological membranes. International Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids, 57(5), 555-581.

    https://doi.org/10.1002/fld.1815, SU Repository: https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa12431

All Research

• A Behavioural Approach to Understand The Sustainability Leadership Effectiveness of Engineers In The Manufacturing Industry In Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Case Study (current)

  PhD

  Other supervisor: Dr Vasileios Samaras

  Other supervisor: Dr Frederic Boy

  Other supervisor: Dr Catherine Groves

• An experimental investigation into the design of novel Ultra High Performance Concrete (UHPC) mixes considering sustainability, performance and bespoke applications (current)

  MPhil

  Other supervisor: Dr Jude Clancy

• An experimental investigation into the improved sustainability of Ultra High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) (current)

  MSc

  Other supervisor: Dr Jude Clancy

• EG-222 Reinforced Concrete Design

  This module broadens the concepts of structural analysis and design first developed in the Level 1 Civil Engineering modules EG-120 and EG-122. The module focuses on the development of understanding from first principles of the concepts of reinforced concrete, use of reinforced concrete as a sustainable material and the design of reinforced concrete sections. Students will learn to carry out the full detailed design of typical reinforced concrete structural elements, including beams, slabs, and columns and by the end of the course will be capable of analysing and designing a simple reinforced concrete frame structure according to Eurocode 2. Students will develop an understanding of methodologies for appraisal of build options in the context of the sustainable reinforced concrete construction (BREEAM and similar) and a knowledge of the role of the engineer in health and safety and sustainability in design and construction.

• EG-234 Civil Engineering Management

  This module is based around the attributes (set out by the Institution of Civil Engineers) which are required to become an Incorporated or Chartered Civil Engineer. It will set out the framework of the construction industry and go some way to prepare students for what they are likely to face when they work in the civil, structural or building construction sector. It will give them an insight of the modern construction industry and the direction of travel of the industry. As well as the application of Civil Engineering and general engineering management, this module will develop knowledge and skills specific to Civil Engineering management, including (but not limited) risk management, sustainability and digital engineering. Students will be introduced to the types of Civil Engineering projects and the project management processes required to build them. This part of the course will develop knowledge and understanding of considerations for Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Engineering Contracts for projects as well as how these are managed. It will particularly focus on the commercial / contractual management, and the different types of contracts in common use in the industry. Students will also be encouraged to look at their own management style and the importance of good communication. They will develop their own CV's to gain an understanding of the aspects of professional behavior and development required by professional institutions. The programme consists of lectures, industry-delivered talks, individual and groupwork assignments on the various aspects that will be encountered in Civil Engineering and the wider construction industry.

• EG-258 Civil Engineering Design and Practice 1

  A project based learning design module spanning TB1 and TB2. Learning is based upon real-world building design scenarios to develop Steel and Reinforced Concrete detailed design skills, whilst also aiming to provide students with understanding of the whole building design process and real-life design experience. Stages of group work project include: 1. Concept development 2. Preliminary design 3. Health and Safety CDM Risk Assessment and Ethics 4. Detailed design in steel and reinforced concrete and 5. Sustainability

• EG-D09 MSc Engineering Leadership and Management Project

  The module aims to develop the ability to construct a viable strategic plan as part of a group with the individual assessment being delivered in the form of a document covering one of the key aspects within the structure of that strategic plan. The final ambition of the strategic plan, i.e. the synopsis will be defined by industry seniors. There is an expectation that key research skills will be developed alongside personal and professional development skills and the utilization of knowledge gained throughout the taught elements.

• EG-M52 Strategic Engineering Management

  Module Aims: This module will set out the framework of the construction industry and go some way to prepare students for what they are likely to face when they work with a contractor/consultant after leaving university. It will give them an insight of the modern construction industry and the direction of travel of the industry. They will learn what is behind the full project process, including how to identify risk, follow a brief, price work, programme work, and general good practice for effective project management. The module will allow them to see how a project is structured, as well as identifying the essential skills that are required in the workplace to become a valuable employee and project team member. The students will consider the future direction of the construction industry, including investigating the development of information management and sustainability. They will also consider the required continual personal development to keep pace with the changes. The programme consists a series of lecture/tutorial classes, group/individual work, and presentation with feedback.

• EGA200 Civil Engineering Design Practice I

  A practical group design project based on a real-life building design scenario, aimed to provide students with understanding of the whole building design process and real-life design experience utilising the theory taught in modules EG-222 Reinforced Concrete Design, EG-224 Steel Design and EG-234 Civil Engineering Management.

• EGEM00 Transportation Engineering

  This module aims to develop at a Masters level a fundamental knowledge about the history, current situation and future development of transportation engineering, include road, bridge, railway, etc. The module will also focus on the how the transportation engineers address the climate emergency issues from an entire perspective, i.e. whole life cycle from design, construction, service, to maintenance.

• EPSRC Impact Acceleration Fund 2022 - 2023

  The Hafod Copperworks Engine Houses: Conservation management, place-making and heritage-led regeneration, £39,000

• "Settlers of Porthcawl" Eco-Engineering structures for Marine Biodiversity 2022 - 2025

  A cross-disciplinary project between Biosciences, Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering and Industry, exploring the impact of eco-structures at a significant marine site in South Wales. Developed in collaboration with Arup and Knights Brown., with Dr Ruth Callaway (Biosciences), Prof. Peter Holliman (Materials Engineering)

• Royal Academy of Engineering “Ingenious” Grant 2011 - 2012

  STEM schools-based public engagement based on the Bloodhound supersonic car project.

• Member of the Organising Committee, ACME-UK Conference, Swansea

  2015 - Present

• Participant in “Developing future research leaders for Wales”, Welsh Crucible training programme

  2012 - 2013