Nanette South Clark

Current Position:

Engineering Manager

Responsibilities:

  • Verifies Monolithic Dome Engineering – Using classic shell theory equations, checks engineering calculations to verify shotcrete thicknesses, rebar sizes and placement.
  • Finite Element Analysis – Uses FEMAP and Nei/Nastran to model Monolithic Domes to in-depth analysis to determine stress, strain and critical buckling loads. Recommends reinforcing and concrete thicknesses.
  • Preliminary Engineering – Determines reinforcing, footing sizes and concrete thicknesses to assist in cost estimations and bidding.
  • Writing and Consulting – Writes articles for MDI related to engineering. Answers incoming Monolithic Dome engineering questions and makes recommendations.

Primary Knowledge Areas:

Structural Engineering, Finite Element Analysis, Mathematics,
Differential Equations, Programming

Primary Program/Hardware Experience:

ANSYS, FEMAP, NEi/Nastran, NX/Nastran, Matlab, Maple,
AutoCAD, Scientific Workplace, C++ Programming,
STAAD/PRO, Solid Edge, Excel

Published Papers/Awards:

  • With Dr. Habib Sadid and Niraj Ghag, “Environmentally Friendly and Heat Efficient Structures,” presented at Lemley 2007 Intermountain Conference on Environment, September 18-19, 2007, Idaho State University, Pocatello
  • With Dr. Habib Sadid, “A Finite Element Analysis of the Monolithic Dome,” presented at 2006 SEM Annual Conference & Exposition, June 2006, St. Louis, Missouri
  • “A Finite Element Analysis of the Monolithic Dome,” Master’s Thesis, 2005, Idaho State University