Prof. Dr. Mehmet Polat Saka

 

Middle East Technical University

Department of Engineering Science

06531 Ankara, TURKEY

Phone: Office: +90 312 210 2382

Fax: +90 312 210 1269

e-mail: mpsaka@metu.edu.tr

 

 

 

EDUCATION:

 

Ph.D.                          : University of Aston in Birmingham, Birmingham, U.K., 1975

M.Sc.                         : Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul, Turkey, 1969

 

 

ACADEMIC POSITIONS:

 

Professor                     : Middle East Technical University, 2005- present

Professor                     : University of Bahrain, Bahrain, 1992-2005

Associate Professor     : University of Bahrain, Bahrain, 1984-1992

Associate Professor     : Black Sea Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey, 1982-1984

Assistant Professor      : Black Sea Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey, 1978-1982

Research Fellow          : University of Aston in Birmingham, Birmingham, U.K., 1977-1978

Assistant Professor      : Black Sea Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey, 1975-1977          

Graduate Assistant       : Black Sea Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey, 1969-1971

 

 

COURSES TAUGHT

 

Postgraduate Level:

 

            Matrix Analysis of Structures

            Nonlinear Analysis of Structures

            Plastic Design of Structures

            Advanced Steel Design

            Advanced Mechanics of Materials

            Optimization Techniques

            Structural Stability

            Elastic Stability

            Advanced Numerical Methods in Engineering

            Project Management

 

Undergraduate Level:

           

            Statics

            Structural Analysis I and II

            Structural Mechanics I and II

            Steel Design I and II

            Timber Design

            Computer Applications in Civil Engineering

            Numerical Methods in Civil Engineering

            Computing Methods in Engineering

            Computer Programming

            Engineering Management and Operations Research

           

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS:

 

Departmental Level:

 

At the Middle East Technical University Department of Engineering Sciences

 

§         Coordinator of ERASMUS Program for Department of Engineering Sciences, METU (2005)

§         Assistant Head of Department (February, 2006-present)

§         Member of Academic Program Development Committee (2005-present)

§         Member of Planning and Self Evaluation Committee (2005-present)

 

At The University of Bahrain Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering

 

§         Prepared the new Associate Diploma Program for Civil Engineering (2001)

§         Prepared the new B.Sc. Program for  Civil Engineering (1998)

§         Coordinator of  M.Sc. Program in Civil Engineering (1992-2005)

§         Coordinator of Civil Engineering Section of the Department (2003-2005)

§         Chairman of Research and Graduate Committee (1986-1998)

§         Chairman of Academic Committee (1996-2001)

§         Chairman of Academic Standards Committee (1984-1992)

§         Chairman of Self-Evaluation Committee (1991-1992)

§         Coordinator of Structures Laboratory (1984-1990) , (1997-2005)

§         Coordinator of Microcomputer Laboratory (1986-1996)

§         Coordinator of Senior Projects (1984-2000)

§         Acting Head of Department (27th March-4th April 1988)

 

 

College Level:

 

At The University of Bahrain College of Engineering

 

§         Member of College Council (1993-2003)

§         Secretary to The College Council (2003-present)

§         Chairman of College Academic Staff Promotion Committee (1990-2001)

§         Member of College Self Evaluating Committee (1993-1994)

§         Chairman of College Research Committee (1989-1991)

§         Member of College Academic Standards Committee (1992-1993)

§         Member of College Postgraduate Committee (1992-1998)

§         Prepared rules and regulations for Ph.D. program in the College of

Engineering (1997)

·        Advisor to the Dean for the promotion of Academic Staff Promotion (2003-2005)

 

  

University Level:

 

At The University of Bahrain

 

§         Member of University Research Council (1989-1991)

 

§         Representative of College of Engineering in the University Academic Staff Promotion Committee (1993-2001)

 

TUBITAK (Turkish Scientific and Technical Research Council)

 

§           Representative of Turkey in the Urban and Civil Engineering sub-committee of  COST  (European Cooperation in the field of Scientific and Technical Research) (2005-2006)

 

RESEARCH PROJECT UNDERTAKEN:

 

  •      B. H. Ahmadi and M.P. Saka “Improvement and Cost  Saving for Composite Wood-Concrete Floor Construction in Bahrain” ,T echnical Report No. 18 , Research Sponsored by Bahrain Center for Studies and Research , November 1991 , Bahrain

 

·          M. P. Saka, İ. Aydoğdu and A. Akın, “Optimum Design of Steel and Reinforced Concrete Structures under Earthquake Loads”, Turkish Scientific and Technical Research Council (TUBITAK), Ankara, Turkey,      Project No: 106M490, (50000US $), Started on: 1st  February 2007, To be Completed on: 1st  February 2009.

 

 

AWARDS:

 

·        TELFORD PREMIUM: Awarded by the Institution of Civil Engineers, London in 1979 for the paper titled “The theorems of Structural Variation Generalized for Rigidly Jointed Frames” published in Proceedings of ICE, London, U.K. together with Prof. K. I. Majid and Dr. T. Celik.

 

·        Given an Academic Excellence Award by the University  Administration for his    outstanding academic performance in College of Engineering  between 1994-1996 

 

·        Included in Marquis Who’s Who in Science and Engineering, in each volume from 1998 to 2005.

 

·        Included in 2000 Outstanding Scientists of the 20th Century, International   

      Biographical Center, Cambridge CB2 3QP, England

 

 

MEMBERSHIP IN EDITORIAL BOARDS:

 

International Journals:

 

·        Design Optimization : International Journal for Product and Process Improvement, UK, (1999-2000)

 

·        International Journal of Structural Engineering Review, U.K. (1995-1997)

 

·        Asian Journal of Structural Engineering , Iran, (1995-1999)

           

·        Asian Journal of Civil Engineering (Building and Housing), Iran, (1999-present)

 

·        The Open Civil Engineering Journal, Bentham Science Publishers, USA, (2007-Present)

 

·        The Open Construction and Building Technology Journal, Bentham Science Publishers, USA, (2007-Present)

 

  

International Conferences:

 

1.      The First International Conference on Computational Structures Technology, 20-22 August 1991, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, U.K.

 

2.      The Fifth International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing and Artificial Intelligence, CIVIL-COMP 93, 17th-19th August 1993, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, U.K.

 

3.      The Sixth International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing and Artificial Intelligence , CIVIL-COMP 95 , 28th-30th August 1995 , University of  Cambridge , Cambridge , U.K.

 

4.      The Mouchel Centenary Conference on Innovation in Civil and Structural Engineering, 19th-21st August 1997, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, U.K.

 

5.      The Fifth International Conference on Computer Aided Optimum design of Structures OPTI-97, 8th-10th September 1997, Rome , Italy

 

6.      The International Conference on Intelligent Information Systems , 8th-10th December 1997, Nassau,  Bahamas

 

7.      The Seventh International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering   Computing and Artificial Intelligence, CIVIL-COMP 99, 13-15  September 1999, University of Oxford, Oxford, U.K.

 

8.      MSMS 2001, "Second International Conference on Mechanics of Structures, Materials and Systems, 14-16 February 2001, University of Wollongong, Australia

 

9.      The Eight International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing and Artificial Intelligence, CIVIL-COMP 2001, 19-21 September 2001, Eisenstadt, nr Vienna, Austria

 

10.  The Ninth International Conference on Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering Computing, CIVIL-COMP 2003, 2-4September 2001, Egmong-aan-Zee, The Netherlands

 

11.  The Tenth International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing and Artificial Intelligence, CIVIL-COMP 2005, 30th August- 2nd September 2005, Rome, Italy

 

12.  The Eighth International Concrete Conference & Exhibition, Concrete in Hot & Aggressive Environments,  27th-29th November 2006, Bahrain Society of Engineers, Bahrain

 

13.  The Eleventh International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing and Artificial Intelligence, CIVIL-COMP 2007, 18th – 21st September 2007, St. Julians, Malta.

 

 National Conferences:

 

1.      The Second National Conference on Steel structures, Chamber of Civil Engineers Eskişehir Branch, 3-4 May 2007, Eskişehir, Turkey

 

 

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES ORGANIZED

 

·        Secretary of  the Organizing Committee of The First International Conference in Civil Engineering, 11th-13th March 1989 , University of Bahrain , Bahrain

 

·        Chairman of the Organizing Committee of The Second International Conference in Civil Engineering  on  Computer  Applications , Research and  Practice , 6th-8th April 1996 , University of Bahrain , Bahrain

 

 REFEREE FOR INTERNATIONAL JOURNALS

 

1.      Journal of Structural Engineering ,  American Society of Civil Engineers , USA

 

2.      ACI (American Concrete Institution), Structural and Material Journals, USA.

 

3.      AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics) Journal, USA

 

4.      Journal of Engineering Mechanics, American Society of Civil Engineers, USA

 

5.      Computers and Structures, An International Journal, Elsevier, USA

 

6.      Computers and Concrete, An International Journal, Elsevier,USA

 

7.      International Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering , USA

 

8.      Engineering Structures, The Journal of Earthquake, Wind and Ocean Engineering, Elsevier, USA

 

9.      Advances in Engineering Software, Elsevier, USA

 

10.  Communications in Numerical Methods in Engineering, John Wiley, USA

 

11.  eJSE, Electronic Journal of Structural Engineering, Australia

 

12.  Structural Engineering and Mechanics, An International Journal, Techno-Press, SOUTH KOREA

 

13.  Structural Engineering Review, An International Journal, U.K.

 

14.  Design Optimization : International Journal for Product and Process Improvement, U.K.

 

15.  Journal of  King Saud University [Engineering Sciences]  , Kingdom of Saudi  Arabia

 

16.  The International Journal of Microcomputers in Civil   Engineering, USA

 

17.  International Journal of Solids and Structures, USA

 

18.  Finite Element Analysis and Design, The International Journal of applied Finite Elements and Computer Aided Engineering

 

19.  Scientia Irania, Iran

 

20.   Sigma Journal of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Yıldız Technical University , Istanbul, Turkey

 

 

PUBLICATIONS

 

International Refereed Journal:

  

1.      K.I. Majid , M.P. Saka and T. Celik , “The Theorems of Structural Variation Generalized for Rigidly Jointed Frames” , Proceedings of Institution of Civil Engineers , London , 65 , Dec., 839-856 , 1978

 

2.      K.I.Majid, P.  Stojanovsky and M.P. Saka , “Minimum Cost Topological Design of Steel Sway Frames” , The Structural Engineer , 58 B , March , 1, 14-20 , 1980

 

3.      M. P. Saka, “Shape Optimization of Trusses” , Journal of Structural Division, ASCE,  106 ,  5 , 1155-1174 , 1980

 

4.      M. P. Saka, “Optimum Design of Rigidly Jointed Frames”, Computers and Structures, An International Journal,11, 5, 411-419 , 1980

 

5.      M.P. Saka, “Optimum Design of Nonlinear Space Trusses”,  Computers and Structures, An International Journal,30 , 3 , 545-551 , 1988

 

6.      M.P. Saka, “Optimum Design of Pin Jointed Steel Structures with Practical Applications”, Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 116, 10 , 2599-2620 , 1990

 

7.      M. P. Saka, “Optimum Geometry Design of  Roof Trusses by Optimality Criteria Method”, Computers and Structures, An International Journal, 38 , 1 , 83-92 , 1991

 

8.      M.P. Saka and  M. S. Hayalioglu ,“Optimum Design of Geometrically Nonlinear Elastic-Plastic Steel   Frames”,  Computers and  Structures , An International Journal,  38 , 1 , 329-344, 1991

 

9.      M. P. Saka, “Finite Element Application of Theorems of Structural Variation”, Computers and Structures,  An International Journal, 41, 3, 519-530, 1991

 

10.  M. P. Saka and M. Ulker , “Optimum Design of Geometrically Nonlinear Space Trusses”, Computers and Structures , An International Journal, 41, 6, 1387-1396, 1991

 

11.  M. P. Saka, “Optimum Design of Steel Frames with Stability Constraints”,  Computers and Structures, An International Journal, 41, 6 , 1365 - 1377, 1991

 

12.  M.P. Saka , “Optimum Design of Multi-Story Structures with Shear Walls” , Computers and Structures , An International Journal, 44, 4, 925-936, 1992

 

13.  M. S. Hayalioglu  and M. P. Saka , “Optimum Design of Geometrically Nonlinear Elastic-Plastic Steel Frames with Tapered Members”,  Computers and Structures , An International Journal, 44,  915-924, 1992        

 

14.  B. Ahmadi  and  M.P. Saka , “Behavior of Composite Timber Concrete Floors”, Journal of  Structural Engineering , ASCE , 119, 11, 3111-3130 , 1993

 

15.  M. P. Saka, “Optimum  Design  of  Steel  Frames  with  Tapered  Members” , Computers and  Structures , An International Journal, 63, 4 , 797-811  , 1996

 

16.  M. P. Saka, “ Optimum Design of  Grillage Systems Using Genetic Algorithm”, Journal of  Computer Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering , 13, 223-238 , 1998

 

17.  M.P. Saka and E. Kameshki ,“Optimum Design of Nonlinear Elastic Framed Domes”, Journal  of  Advances  in  Engineering  Software, 29, 7-9, 519-528 , 1998                 

 

18.  M.P. Saka , “The Theorems of Structural Variation for Solid and Cubic Elements”,  Computers and Structures, An International Journal, 68 , 89-100, 1998.

 

19.  M.P. Saka and E. Kameshki , “Optimum Design of  Unbraced Rigid Frames”,   Computers and Structures , An International Journal, 69 , 433-442, 1998

20.  S. S. Al-Mosawi and  M. P. Saka , “Optimum Design of  Single Core Shear Walls”,  Computers and Structures , An International Journal, 71, 2, 143-162, 1999

21.  S. Weld Ali and M.P. Saka , “Optimum  Geometry and Spacing Design of Roof  Trusses According to BS5950 Using  Genetic algorithm” , Design  Optimization, International Journal for Product and Process Improvement, 1,  2, 198-219, 1999

22.  U. Uzman , A. Daloglu and M.P. Saka , “ Optimum Design of Parabolic and  Circular Arches with Varying Cross-Section",  Structural Engineering and Mechanics, An International Journal , 8, 5,  465-476, 1999

23.  M.P. Saka, "The Theorems of Structural Variation for Grillage systems", Computers and Structures, An International Journal, 77, :413-421, 2000

 

24.  S.S. Al-Mosawi and M.P. Saka, "Optimum Shape Design of Cold-Formed Thin- Walled Steel Sections",   Advances in Engineering Software, 31, 11,851-862, 2000

 

25.  M.P. Saka,  A. Daloglu and F. Malhas, "Optimum Spacing Design of Grillage Systems Using Genetic Algorithm", Advances in Engineering Software, 31, 11, 863-873, 2000

 

26.  A. Sanad and M.P. Saka , “Prediction of  the Shear Strength of  Reinforced   Concrete Deep Beams by Artificial Neural Networks” , Journal of  Structural   Engineering, ASCE, 127, 7, 818-828, 2001

 

27.  E. S. Kameshki and M. P. Saka, ”Optimum Design of Nonlinear Steel Frames with Semi-Rigid Connections Using a Genetic Algorithm”, Computers and Structures, An International Journal,  79, 1593-1604, 2001

 

28.  E.S. Kameshki and M.P. Saka, "Genetic Algorithm Based Optimum Bracing Design of  Non-Swaying Tall  Frames ", Journal of Constructional Steel Research, An International Journal, U.K., 57, 1081-1097, 2001

 

29.  E.S. Kameshki and M.P. Saka, "Genetic Algorithm Based Optimum Design of Nonlinear  Steel Frames with Various Semi-Rigid  Connections",  Journal  of Constructional Steel Research, An International Journal, U.K., 59, 1, 109-134, 2003

 

30.  M.P. Saka, "Optimum Design of Pitched Roof Steel Frames with Haunched Rafters by Genetic algorithm", Computers and Structures, An International Journal,  81, 1967-1978, 2003.

 

31.  I. Amayreh and M. P. Saka, “Failure Load Prediction of Castellated Beams Using Artificial Neural Networks”, Asian Journal of Civil Engineering,  6, 1, 35-54, 2005

 

32.  M. P. Saka, “The Theorems of Structural Variation for Rectangular Finite Elements for Plate Flexure”,  Computers and Structures,  An International Journal, 83, 2442-2452, 2005

 

33.  M. P. Saka, Discussion of “Design of Steel frames Using Ant Colony optimization” by C. V. Camp, B. J. Bichon and S. P. Stovall, Journal of Structural Engineering, ASCE, 132, 7, 1179-1180,  2006.

  

34.  A. A. Khalaf and M. P. Saka, “Evolutionary Structural Design of Steel gusset plates”, Journal of Constructional Steel Research, An International Journal, U.K., Vol. 63, pp: 71-81, 2007.

 

35.  E.S.Kameshki and M.P. Saka, “Optimum Geometry Design of Nonlinear Braced Domes Using Genetic Algorithm”, Computers and Structures, An International Journal, Vol. 85, 1-2, 71-79, 2007.

 

36.  M. P. Saka, “Optimum Geometry Design of Geodesic Domes Using Harmony search Algorithm”, Advances in Structural Engineering, An International Journal, Vol. 10, No. 6, 595-606, 2007

 

37. M. P. Saka, “Optimum Topological Design of Geometrically Nonlinear single Layer Latticed Domes Using Coupled Genetic Algorithm”, Computers and Structures, An International Journal, Vol. 85, 21-22, 1635-1646, 2007.

 

38.  S. O. Degertekin, M. P. Saka, M. S. Hayalioglu, “Optimal Load and Resistance Factor Design of Non-Linear Steel Space Frames via Tabu Search and Genetic Algorithm”, Engineering Structures, Vol. 30, 197-205, 2008.

 

39. M. P.Saka, “Optimum Design of Steel Sway Frames to BS5950 Using Harmony Search Algorithm”, Journal of Constructional Steel Research, (Accepted for publication),  2008

 

40. M. P. Saka and F. Erdal, “Harmony Search Based Algorithm for The Optimum Design of Grillage Systems To LRFD-AISC”, Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization,  (accepted for publication), 2008

 

Chapters in  Books:

 

 Chapter 10: “Optimization Design of Skeletal Structures- A Review” in a book titled “Progress in Civil and Structural Engineering Computing”,  Ed. B. H. V.      Topping, Saxe-Coburg Publications, U.K.,ISBN: 1-874672-20-9, pp: 237-284, 2003.

 

Chapter 6, “Optimum Design of Steel Frames using Stochastic Search Techniques Based on Natural Phenomena: A Review”, in a book titled “Civil Engineering Computations: Tools and techniques”, Edited by B. H. V. Topping, Saxe-Coburgh Publications, UK,  ISBN: 978-1-874672-32-6, pp:105-147, 2007

 

Section in a Chapter of a Book 

 

Section 2.3, “Structural Design”, of the Chapter titled “Recent Advances in Harmony Search” in a book titled “Advances in Evolutionary Algorithms”, ISBN: 978-3-902613-32-5, May, 2008

  

Special Lecture: 

  • Invited to give a special lecture in the Ninth International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing, 2-4 September 2003, Egmond-aan-Zee, The Netherlands, titled “Optimization Design of Skeletal Structures- A Review”.

 

  • Invited to give a special lecture in the Eleventh International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing, 18-21 September 2007, St. Julians, Malta, titled “Optimum Design of Steel frames Using Stochastic Search Techniques- A Review”

 

Proceedings of International Conferences:

 

1.   K. I. Majid and M.  P. Saka , “Optimum Shape Design of Rigidly Jointed  Frames”,  Proceedings of Symposium on Application of Computer Methods in Engineering , Vol. 1 , pp:521-532 , University of Southern California , USA , August , 1977

 

2.   M.P. Saka, “Structural Shape Optimization - A Review “ , Proceedings of  15th Yugoslavian Congress of the Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, pp:135-145, 1-5 June 1981 , Kupari , Yugoslavia.

 

3.   M. P. Saka , “Optimum Design of Grillages Including Warping” , Proceedings       of International Symposium on Optimum  Structural  Design,  pp:9-13 to 9-20, 19-22 Oct. 1981 , University of Arizona , Tucson , USA

 

4.   M.P. Saka, “Minimum Cost Topological Design of Trusses” , Proceedings of International Symposium on Optimum Structural Design , pp:10-41 to 10-46 ,  19-22 Oct. 1981 , University of Arizona , Tucson , USA.

 

5.   M.  P. Saka , “The use of Approximating Programming in the Optimum Structural Design” , Proceedings of International Symposium on Mathematics Organized on the memory of Prof. Nazim Terzioglu , 15-25 Sept. 1982 , University of  Black Sea, Trabzon , Turkey

 

6.   P. Stajonovsky and M.P. Saka , “Optimizacija Konfiguracija Elicmh Ramovskih Konstruckja” , Proceedings of Symposium of Yugoslavian Structural Engineers , 25-28 April 1982 , Novcat , Yugoslavia.

 

7.   M.P. Saka, “Optimum Design of  Space Trusses with Buckling Constraints”, Proceedings of Third International Conference on Space Structures , 656-660,  11-14 Sept. 1984 ,  University of Surrey , Guilford , U.K.

 

8.   M. P. Saka  and T. Celik , “Nonlinear Analysis of  Space Trusses by Theorems of  Structural  Variation” , CIVIL-COMP 85 ,  Proceedings  of  the   Second International  Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing , 2, 153-158 , Dec. 1985 , London , U.K.

 

9.   T. Celik and M. P. Saka , “The Theorems of Structural Variation in their General form”, SECTAM XI , Proceedings of Southeastern Conference on Theoretical and  Applied Mechanics , 2 , 726-731 , University of   Southern  California , April 1986 , USA.

 

10.  M.P. Saka, “Optimum design of Steel Grillage Systems” , Proceedings of   Third International Conference on Steel Structures , 273-290, Singapore Structural Steel Society , March , 1987, Singapore

 

11.  M.P. Saka, “Optimum Design of  Nonlinear Space Trusses”, CIVIL-COMP87, Proceedings of the Third International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing, Vol. 1 ,  279-284 , Institution of Civil Engineers , Sept. 1987 , London ,U.K.

 

12.  M.P. Saka and B. Attili, “Shape Optimization of Space Trusses” , Proceedings of International Conference on the Design and Construction of  Non-conventional  Structures” ,   2 ,  115-121 ,  Dec. ,1987 , London , U.K.

 

13.  A. Barakat and M. P. Saka, “Lateral Load Analysis  of  Irregular Tall Buildings by Microcomputers” , SECTAM XIV , Proceedings of  Southeastern Conference on Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, The University of Missisippi , April 1988 , USA.

 

14.  A. R. Buzdar and M. P. Saka, “Basic Concepts in Planning New Engineering Laboratories - Case Study of Bahrain University”,  Proceedings of Regional Conference on Establishing Engineering Laboratories in Colleges of Engineering , March 1988 , Qatar University , Doha , Qatar.

 

15.  M.P. Saka, E. El-Khatip and B. Ahmadi , “Effect of Curing methods on the Durability of Concrete in Aggressive Environments” , Proceedings of International Conference on Re-evaluation of Concrete Structures ,  47-57 ,  July 1988 Technical University of Denmark , Copenhagen , Denmark .

 

16.  M.P. Saka, “Optimum Slope Design of Roof Trusses”, Proceedings of The First International conference in Civil Engineering,   45-67, March 1989, University of Bahrain, Bahrain.

 

17.  M.P. Saka, S. Al-Mosawi and S. Hussain, “Computer Aided Design of Composite Slabs with Profiled Steel Sheeting” , Proceedings of  The First International conference in Civil engineering , 77-101 , March , 1989 , University of Bahrain , Bahrain.

 

18.  M.P. Saka, “Optimum Shape Selection in Roof trusses”, Proceedings of The Fourth International Conference on Structural Faults and Repair, June 1989,  London ,U.K.

 

19.  M. P. Saka and A. R. Buzdar, “Nonlinear Analysis of  Strip Foundations through Microcomputers”, Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Foundation and Tunnels , September 1989,  Institute of Education ,  University  of  London , U.K.  

 

20.  M.P. Saka and M. Ulker, “Optimum Design of Geometrically Non-linear Space Trusses”, CIVIL-COMP89, Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing,  2,  175-184, September 1989, City University , London , U.K.

 

21.  M. P. Saka, “Optimum Design of Steel Frames with Stability Constraints” , CIVIL-COMP89 , Proceedings of  the Fourth International  Conference on Civil and Structural Engineering Computing, Vol. 2 , pp:141-155, September 1989, City University , London , U.K.

 

22.  M.P. Saka, “Optimum design of Multi-Story Structures with Shear Walls”, Proceeding of International Conference on Computational Structures Technology, 1, 149-160 , 20-22 August 1991 , Heriot-Watt University , Edinburgh , U. K.

 

23.  M. P. Saka,  “Finite Element Applications of the Theorems of Structural Variation”, Proceeding of International Conference on Computational Structures Technology, 1, 137-148 , 20-22 August 1991, Heriot-Watt University , Edinburgh , U. K.

 

24.  M. S. Hayalioglu and M.P. Saka, “Optimum Design of Geometrically Nonlinear Elastic-Plastic Steel Frames with Tapered Members”, Proceeding of First International Conference on Computational Structures Technology, 20-22 August 1991 , Heriot-Watt University , Edinburgh , U. K.

 

25.  M. P. Saka, “Optimum Design of Composite Slabs with Profiled Steel”, Parts 1 & 2 ,  ICCS-3 , Proceedings of Third International Conference on Steel and Concrete Structures , 497-508 , 26-29  September 1991 , Fukuoka , Japan

 

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