Robin James Price
About Robin James Price
Robin James Price is a Senior Structural and Mechanical Engineer at Arup, specializing in probabilistic and risk-based approaches for failure prediction of structures.
Title and Role
Robin James Price serves as a Senior Structural and Mechanical Engineer at Arup. He has been with the company since 2013. In this role, he specializes in probabilistic and risk-based approaches for predicting structural failures. His work involves using real-time monitored data to provide assessments that are less conservative than those derived from traditional design methods.
Educational Background
Robin James Price studied at the University of Durham, University College, where he completed a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering. He attended the university from 2009 to 2013, gaining a solid foundation in engineering principles that he leverages in his professional career.
Expertise in Structural Analysis
Robin is proficient in non-linear analysis and blast analysis of structures, specifically in tackling coupled blast/structure problems. His expertise extends to vehicle crash and occupant safety analysis, as well as impact analysis. He brings deep insights into rail vehicle dynamics and civil and structural analysis, which inform his multifaceted approach to engineering challenges.
Specialization in Offshore and Structural Integrity
In his capacity as an engineer, Robin addresses automation and optimization problems, particularly in offshore structures. His range of skills includes numerical modeling of fatigue cracking and fracture problems, performing structural integrity assessments using fracture mechanics, and failure analysis. He is involved in material testing and weld inspection, ensuring that structures meet the required safety and performance standards.
Biomedical Engineering Applications
Robin applies his engineering analysis and optimization techniques to the design and functionality of biomedical devices. He evaluates how these devices interact with the body and their surrounding environment, contributing to advancements in the field of biomedical engineering.