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Biography
Leon Chernin's academic journey began at Samara State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, where he earned a BEng, MEng, and MSc. His passion for computational mechanics led him to pursue an MSc and PhD in the field. Subsequently, he brought his expertise to Heriot-Watt University as a research associate, contributing to cutting-edge developments in his discipline.
Research
Dr Chernin's research interests lie in the following fields:
- Durability and structural/material deterioration of reinforced concrete
- Behaviour of concrete structures subjected to extreme loads
- Structural and durability issues related to marine renewables
- Fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) composite surface response to erosion
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, Effect of corrosion on the concrete-reinforcement interaction in reinforced concrete beams
Award Date: 1 Jan 2008
Master of Science, Delamination Buckling of a Beam Attached to a Rigid Substrate
Award Date: 1 Jan 2004
Master of Science, Samara State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Award Date: 1 Jan 1999
Master of Engineering, Samara State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Award Date: 1 Jan 1998
Bachelor of Engineering, Samara State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Award Date: 1 Jan 1997
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Engineering The Curriculum: Inspiring The Next Generation Of Engineers
Black, R. (Investigator), Chernin, L. (Investigator), Holme, R. (Investigator) & Vilnay, M. (Investigator)
Project: Research
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Improving low-carbon concrete durability by using 3D printed auxetic fibres
Chernin, L. (Investigator)
Project: Research
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EMBEDD - Engaging Minoritised Beneficiaries in Engineering Diversity Development
Chernin, L. (Investigator), Crabb, M. (Investigator), Johnston, K. (Investigator), Lewis, O. (Investigator), Pakleppa, M. (Investigator), Shamvedi, D. (Investigator), Vilnay, M. (Investigator) & Ward, K. (Investigator)
Project: Research
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Mechanical Degradation of Composite Materials Used in Marine Renewables Devices
Chernin, L. (Investigator)
Carnegie Trust for the Universities of Scotland
1/04/18 → 31/01/19
Project: Research
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Flat-face epoxy-bonded concrete joints loaded in torsion: Physical modelling
Chernin, L. (Lead / Corresponding author), Newlands, M. & Khosravi, N., 12 Jan 2024, In: Construction and Building Materials. 411, 136 p., 134558.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Ultrasonic cavitation erosion of CFRP composites
Chernin, L. (Lead / Corresponding author), Guobys, R. & Vilnay, M., 15 May 2024, In: Wear. 544-545, 21 p., 205300.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Factors affecting the procedure for testing cavitation erosion of GFRP composites using an ultrasonic transducer
Chernin, L. (Lead / Corresponding author), Guobys, R. & Vilnay, M., 15 Oct 2023, In: Wear. 530-531, 15 p., 205059.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Tensegrity Structures Design Methods
Vilnay, O., Chernin, L. & Vilnay, M., 2023, 1st ed. CRC Press. 238 p.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Blast energy absorption in topological interlocking elastic columns
Schapira, Y. (Lead / Corresponding author), Chernin, L. & Shufrin, I., 6 Oct 2022, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures. 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile2 Citations (Scopus)81 Downloads (Pure)
Prizes
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2nd Place in the Regional Competition in Theoretical Mechanics
Chernin, L. (Recipient), 25 Apr 1995
Prize: Other distinction
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2nd Prize in the Third IACMM Paper Competition
Chernin, L. (Recipient), 3 Apr 2003
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Telford Premium Prize
Vilnay, M. (Recipient) & Chernin, L. (Recipient), 3 Jun 2020
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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Sliding Concrete Buffer Assessment
Chernin, L. (Consultant)
Sept 2024Activity: Consultancy types › Consultancy
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External MSc (MPhil equivalent) examiner
Chernin, L. (Examiner)
9 Mar 2023Activity: Examination types › Examination
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Heriot-Watt University (External organisation)
Chernin, L. (Chair)
1 Feb 2023 → 2026Activity: Membership types › Membership of board
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