Michael Devriendt
About Michael Devriendt
Michael Devriendt is an Associate Director at Arup in London, specializing in geotechnical and tunnelling engineering with extensive experience in major infrastructure projects.
Title and Positions
Michael Devriendt holds the title of Associate Director at his current workplace since 1997 in London, United Kingdom. He has a wealth of experience in his field, playing a pivotal role in leading teams and overseeing critical projects.
Education and Expertise
Michael Devriendt completed his Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Civil Engineering at The University of Manchester, graduating in 1997. He furthered his expertise with a Master of Science (MSc) in Soil Mechanics from Imperial College London, completing his studies in 2000. His educational background has equipped him with a robust foundation in civil engineering and soil mechanics.
Major Project Involvement
Michael Devriendt has significant experience leading engineering teams on major infrastructure projects such as HS2, Crossrail, and the Thames Tideway Tunnel. His role includes providing specialist advice on geotechnical and tunneling queries as well as basement and foundation design. He also played a key role in the design of structures on the Olympic Park site, especially the London Aquatic Centre.
Specialist Roles and Contributions
Michael Devriendt leads a team responsible for designing Crossrail 2 stations from the Arup London office. Furthermore, he is heavily involved in Arup's contribution to collaborative research projects that focus on the use of computer vision camera-based techniques for automating inspections and structural health monitoring. He frequently provides specialist advice on geotechnical and tunneling queries, ensuring the foundation and structural integrity of major projects.
Research and Development
Michael Devriendt leads Arup's initiatives in data analytics for engineering applications, contributing to research projects aimed at leveraging advanced technologies for infrastructure inspection and structural health monitoring. His work in this area focuses on employing computer vision and other innovative techniques to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of engineering inspections and maintenance.