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New Grid Shell Design Method ExplainedDecember 16, 2025
New research from Thornton Tomasetti and the University of Tokyo introduces a faster, architect-friendly method for designing complex grid shell structures.
Reflecting on Hurricane Katrina: 20 Years Later
August 04, 2025
The record-breaking 2005 hurricane season, with 27 named storms, highlighted the need for forensic analysis, and Katrina’s lessons continue to shape resilient design and coastal defenses, preparing communities for future climate-driven storms.
Why Implement Performance-Based Seismic Design?
August 04, 2025
For projects of unconventional size, shape, structural system or function that are in high-seismic areas, meeting standard building codes alone may not always make sense. Performance-based seismic design (PBSD) can provide a better approach.
New Simulations from the CFD CoP
July 30, 2025
Thornton Tomasetti's Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) experts develop and apply codes based on first principles to simulate low- and high-velocity fluid flow to solve real-world problems. Here we highlight two recent simulations created by the CFD Community of Practice.
2025 Bridges to Prosperity: Karuruma Trail Bridge Completed
July 28, 2025
Thornton Tomasetti partnered with Bridges to Prosperity to construct a 60-meter trail bridge over the Akaruruma River in Rwanda, completed ahead of schedule. The bridge connects over 5,600 people across five communities to essential services, enhancing safety and livelihoods.
Hiva Nasiri Shares Insights with Facilitiesnet
July 25, 2025
Thornton Tomasetti Vice President Hiva Nasiri shares insights on risk assessment mistakes facility managers make and is featured as the opening quote in Maura Keller's latest article for Facilitesnet.
An Update on RAAC in the UK
July 24, 2025
Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC), a lightweight construction material from the mid-1900s, is prone to structural failures due to its limited 30-year lifespan and manufacturing inconsistencies. This article highlights recent safety concerns, such as hidden defects in public buildings, and outlines current research, AI-assisted defect detection and remediation strategies to manage RAAC risks in aging infrastructure.
The Role of Forensics and Predictive Failure Analysis in Additive Manufacturing
July 23, 2025
Thornton Tomasetti Senior Associate Abraham Calvin wrote an article for 3dprint.com on the critical role forensics and predictive failure analysis play in the safe and effective adoption of additive manufacturing.
EVs and Parking Design in the Latest Issue of Parking Today
July 11, 2025
As more electric vehicles take to the road, parking structures must evolve to accommodate them. Thornton Tomasetti Principal Todd Neal writes about safety, accessibility, increased vehicle weight and other challenges impacting facility design in the latest issue of Parking Today.