2008

Utilized a PolyU-developed advanced analysis design method used with simulation software - NIDA in the construction of the Beijing 2008 Olympics Main Stadium (Bird's Nest)

The software NIDA is developed by Ir Prof. Chan Siu-Lai, and is a structural analysis and design tool for fully second-order integrated nonlinear design and analysis program using curved elements for direct simulations of member initial imperfections. It has been used by universities and companies around the world for practical design, teaching and research. NIDA is also approved by Buildings Department of Hong Kong for practical design by nonlinear analysis. The predominant feature of a NIDA analysis and design is that it includes both the P-∆, P-δ effects as well as the initial member and system imperfections.  NIDA was used by PolyU team to facilitate the construction of Bird’s Nest in China.