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Biography

Zsolt NAGY, born in 1970, currently lives and works in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. He graduated from the Faculty of Civil Engineering in Cluj-Napoca in 1994 having also Diploma in Professional Management at Open University Business School Bucharest. He holds a PhD in civil engineering from the Politehnica University of Timișoara and teaches Cold-formed steel structural design and Steel and composite structures for 4-th year and master students at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca / Engineering Structures department as full professor. He is member in several professional organizations and also is active member of Technical Committee TC7, part of the European Convention for Constructional Steelwork (ECCS) and in Working Group of CEN/TC250/SC3, amongst them the one for cold formed steel design eurocode EN 1993-1-3. During the last 15 years he published 9 books, over 100 articles, and participated as manager or member in 10 international and national research projects.

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Employment (1)

Technical University of Cluj: Cluj Napoca, Cluj, RO

2009-10-01 to present | Associate Professor (Engineering Structures - Civil Engineering)
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Education and qualifications (3)

Universitatea Politehnica din Timisoara: Timisoara, Timis, RO

1999-10-01 to 2006-12-06 | PhD in Civil Engineering (Steel Structures and Structural Mechanics)
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Open University Business School: Bucharest, RO

2000-10-01 to 2005-06-30 | Diploma in Professional Management (Management)
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Technical University of Cluj: Cluj Napoca, Cluj, RO

1989-10-01 to 1994-06-30 | Civil Engineer (Civil Engineering)
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Professional activities (3)

AICPS: Bucuresti, RO

2009-04 to present
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International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering: Zurich, CH

2004-06 to present | IABSE Fellow
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Elsevier BV: Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NL

2013-01-01 to 2018-12-31 | Recognition (Review for journals)
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Funding (2)

CFSExpert - Structural design tool for cold-formed steel structures

2020-01 to 2021-12 | Grant
Unitatea Executiva pentru Finantarea Invatamantului Superior, a Cercetarii, Dezvoltarii si Inovarii (Bucharest, RO)
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E113493

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EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATIONS ON COLD FORMED STEEL JOINTS FOR MULTI STOREY BUILDINGS

2010-07 to 2013-05 | Grant
POSDRU (Cluj Napoca, Cluj, RO)
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POSDRU/89/1.5/S/52603

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Works (46)

Comparative Experimental Study on Improving Structural Performance of the Base Upright Profiles of Steel Storage Pallet Racks Under Operational Conditions

2024 | Book chapter
Contributors: George Taranu; Viorel Ungureanu; Zsolt Nagy; Septimiu-George Luca; Mihai-Sergiu Alexa-Stratulat; Ionut-Ovidiu Toma
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Structural response of hybrid timber - cold formed steel floors

Eurosteel Amsterdam
2023-09-12 | Conference paper | Supervision
Contributors: Nagy Zsolt
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Uncertainties in the structural design of the high-bay cold storage warehouses

Eurosteel Amsterdam
2023-09-12 | Conference paper | Writing - review & editing
Contributors: Nagy Zsolt
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Case Study: Roof Truss Structure With Large Cut Out and Elliptic Glazing Surface

Journal of the International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures
2023-06-01 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 1028-365X
Contributors: Zsolt Nagy; Zoltán Kiss; Andrea Kelemen; Károly Bálint; Annabella Sánduly
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Rafter-purlin connection stiffness impact on the stress skin effect of corrugated sheet claddings

Thin-Walled Structures
2023-04 | Journal article
Contributors: Zsolt Nagy; Béla Bács; Andrea Kelemen; Annabella Sánduly; Örs Nagy; Barnabás Lőrincz
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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
2023-01 | Journal article
Contributors: George Taranu; Viorel Ungureanu; Zsolt Nagy; Mihai-Sergiu Alexa-Stratulat; Ionut-Ovidiu Toma; Septimiu-George Luca
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The influence on portal frame buckling of different cladding systems — A comparative numerical study considering stressed skin effect

Thin-Walled Structures
2023-01 | Journal article
Contributors: Zsolt Nagy; Andrea Kelemen; Mihai Nedelcu
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Upright Base Connection Impact on Structural Design of Steel Storage Rack Systems in Seismic Zones

Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering
2022 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zsolt; Sanduly, Annabella
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Experimental Investigations for Joints Made by Cold-Formed Sigma Profiles

Modern Technologies for the Millennium
2019 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Muresan, A-A; Fodor, R.
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Parametric study of cold formed steel joints using the component method

Advances in Engineering Materials, Structures and Systems: Innovations, Mechanics and Applications
2019 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zs; Dezo, A.; Muresan, A. A.
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Stabilization effect on portal frames given by stressed skin action of sandwich panels

Advances in Engineering Materials, Structures and Systems: Innovations, Mechanics and Applications
2019 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zs; Nedelcu, M.; Dezo, A.
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FEM investigation of cold-formed joints for multi-storey steel frames

Modern Technologies for the Millennium
2018 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zs; Ballok, R.; Dezo, A.
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Experimental investigations of cold-formed joints for multi-storey steel framed structures

Proceedings of the Romanian Academy Series A - Mathematics Physics Technical Sciences Information Science
2017 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85031822349

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Gîlia, L.; Neagu, C.
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EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATIONS OF COLD-FORMED JOINTS FOR MULTI-STOREY STEEL FRAMED STRUCTURES

Proceedings of the Romanian Academy Series A - Mathematics Physics Technical Sciences Information Science
2017 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zsolt; Gilia, Lucian; Neagu, Calin
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Challenges in structural designing of egg-shaped steel structure

IABSE Congress Stockholm, 2016: Challenges in Design and Construction of an Innovative and Sustainable Built Environment
2016 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85018975738

Contributors: Feleki, A.; Nagy, Z.
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Experimental investigations of cold-formed steel trapezoidal beams of screwed corrugated webs

Proceedings of the International Colloquium on Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures, SDSS 2016
2016 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85010715456

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Ungureanu, V.; Dubina, D.; Ballok, R.
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Local and global stability analysis of CFS structural members with particular shapes using spot welding technology

Proceedings of the International Colloquium on Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures, SDSS 2016
2016 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-85010791217

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Ballok, R.
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Stressed Skin Effect on the Elastic Buckling of Pitched Roof Portal Frames

Structures
2016-11 | Journal article
Contributors: Zs. Nagy; A. Pop; I. Moiș; R. Ballok
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Behavior of fully encased steel-concrete composite columns subjected to monotonic and cyclic loading

Procedia Engineering
2015 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-84941063164

Contributors: Campian, C.; Nagy, Z.; Pop, M.
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A long span structure in Romania

Long Span Bridges and Roofs - Development, Design and Implementation
2013 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-84929347388

Contributors: Kiss, Z.; Balint, K.; Toader, N.; Nagy, Z.
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Reconversion of Flat Buildings Administration: New Romanian Business Opportunities

New Metropolitan Perspectives: the Integrated Approach of Urban Sustainable Development
2013 | Journal article
Contributors: Zsolt, Nagy; Ludovic, Fulop; Asko, Talja
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Reconversion process of an old building into a modern commercial center

Structures and Architecture: Concepts: Applications and Challenges
2013 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zs.; Cristutiu, M.
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Reconversion process of an old building into a modern commercial center

Structures and Architecture: Concepts, Applications and Challenges - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Structures and Architecture, ICSA 2013
2013 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-84887901465

Contributors: Nagy, Zs.; Cristuţiu, M.
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Required performance level of an existing building for over roofing

Structures and Architecture: Concepts: Applications and Challenges
2013 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zs.; Cristutiu, M.
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Required performance level of an existing building for over roofing

Structures and Architecture: Concepts, Applications and Challenges - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Structures and Architecture, ICSA 2013
2013 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-84887958478

Contributors: Nagy, Zs.; Cristuţiu, M.
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Romanian application of cold-formed steel beams with screwed corrugated webs

Steel Construction - Design and Research
2013 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zsolt; Gilia, Lucian; Ballok, Robert
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A parametric study of cold-formed steel bolted joints in pitch-roof portal frames

Civil-Comp Proceedings
2012 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-84893928085

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Pernes, P.
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Are we too capitalists for a comfortable life? business models for future and existing flat building administration

Quality - Access to Success
2012 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-84870707602

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Fülöp, L.; Talja, A.
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Local and global stability analysis of a large free span steel roof structure

Civil-Comp Proceedings
2012 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-84893950257

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Cristutiu, M.; Kiss, Z.
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Seismic behaviour of a large span welded steel structure considering lateral restraints and initial imperfections: A case study

Stessa: Proceedings of the International Conference on Behaviour of Steel Structures in Seismic Areas
2012 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zs.; Cristutiu, I. M.; Nunes, D. L.
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Advanced nonlinear investigations of a 50 m span frame case study: The steel structure of the ice rink, city of Targu-Mures, Romania

Proceedings of SDSS' Rio 2010: International Colloquium Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures
2010 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-84890297009

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Mircea Cristutiu, I.
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Case study: The supporting steel structure of the ice rink - city of Tg. Mures, Romania

Structures and Architecture
2010 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Campian, C.; Cristutiu, M.
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Case study: The supporting steel structure of the ice rink - City of Tg. Mureş, Romania

Structures and Architecture - Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Structures and Architecture, ICSA 2010
2010 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-84856657452

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Câmpian, C.; Cristutiu, M.; Benke, I.
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Imperfections sensitivity analysis of pitched roof cold - Formed steel portal frames

Proceedings of SDSS' Rio 2010: International Colloquium Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures
2010 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-84890299618

Contributors: Dubina, D.; Ungureanu, V.; Nagy, Z.; Nunes, L.; Pernes, P.
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Initial imperfection influences on the structural behavior of steel portal frames with variable cross sections and some sustainability considerations - Case study

Sel. Topics in Energy, Environ., Sustainable Dev. and Landscaping - 6th WSEAS Int. Conf. on Energy, Environ., Ecosystems and Sustainable Dev., EEESD'10, 3rd WSEAS Int. Conf. on Landsc. Archit., LA'10
2010 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-79958757836

Contributors: Mircea Cristutiu, I.; Nagy, Z.
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Full - Scale tests on cold-formed steel pitched-roof portal frames with bolted joints

Advanced Steel Construction
2009 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-77952922106

Contributors: Dubina, D.; Stratan, A.; Nagy, Zs.
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FULL-SCALE TESTS ON COLD-FORMED STEEL PITCHED-ROOF PORTAL FRAMES WITH BOLTED JOINTS

Advanced Steel Construction
2009 | Journal article
Contributors: Dubina, D.; Stratan, A.; Nagy, Zs.
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Application of component method for bolted cold-formed steel joints

Steel - A New and Traditional Material for Building
2006 | Journal article
Contributors: Nagy, Zs.; Stratan, A.; Dubina, D.
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Application of component method for bolted cold-formed steel joints

Proceedings of the International Conference in Metal Structures - Steel - A New and Traditional Material for Building
2006 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-60749110338

Contributors: Nagy, Z.; Stratan, A.; Dubina, D.
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Cold-formed steel pitched-roof portal frames of back-to-back plain channel sections and bolted joints

Eighteenth International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures: Recent Research and Developments in Cold-Formed Steel Design and Construction
2006 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-33846966637

Contributors: Stratan, A.; Nagy, Z.; Dubina, D.
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Seismic performance of cold-formed steel framed houses

Stessa
2006 | Journal article
Contributors: Dubina, D.; Fulop, L. A.; Aldea, A.; Demetriu, S.; Nagy, Zs.
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Seismic performance of cold-formed steel framed houses

Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Behaviour of Steel Structures in Seismic Areas - Stessa 2006
2006 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-44649118487

Contributors: Dubina, D.; Fülöp, L.A.; Aldea, A.; Demetriu, S.; Nagy, Zs.
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Performance of ridge and eaves joints in cold-formed steel portal frames

Seventeenth International Specialty Conference on Cold-Formed Steel Structures: Recent Research and Developments in Cold-Formed Steel Design and Construction
2005 | Conference paper
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2-s2.0-29044443124

Contributors: Dubina, D.; Stratan, A.; Ciutina, A.; Fulop, L.; Nagy, Z.
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Influence of column-base, performance on the behaviour of pitched roof portal frames

Stability and Ductility of Steel Structures
2002 | Journal article
Contributors: Georgescu, M; Lengyel, T; Nagy, Z; Dubina, D
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Cold-formed steel structures for single storey buildings

Proceedings of the International Conference on Steel Structures of the's
2000 | Journal article
Contributors: Dubina, D; Fulop, L; Ungureanu, V; Nagy, Z
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Some particular problems regarding the use of light steel single-storey industrial structures in Romania

Journal of Constructional Steel Research
1998 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-0032035943

Contributors: Dubina, D.; Zaharia, R.; Georgescu, M.; Dinu, F.; Olar, Gh.; Nagy, Z.
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Peer review (8 reviews for 3 publications/grants)

Review activity for Engineering structures. (2)
Review activity for The Journal of constructional steel research. (1)
Review activity for Thin-walled structures (5)