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Barry Lehane is a geotechnical engineer and Winthrop Professor at the University of Western Australia (UWA), where he has been employed since 2002. He has held several prestigious positions throughout his career, including roles at Ove Arup & Partners in London and Hong Kong, and at Trinity College Dublin. Lehane's research focuses on various aspects of geotechnical engineering, including foundation design, soil mechanics, and the application of modern techniques such as photogrammetry in engineering practices. He actively engages in the development of new methodologies for assessing the performance of offshore wind turbine foundations and improving screw pile design methods. Over his career, he has contributed to numerous projects both nationally and internationally, addressing complex engineering challenges in civil and offshore engineering. Barry holds an Honours degree from University College Cork and has been involved in high-impact industry roles, including collaborations with companies such as Arup on significant offshore and onshore projects across various territories. In addition to his research, he is committed to teaching and mentoring the next generation of engineers in applied geomechanics and foundation engineering.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Faculty member specializing in geotechnical engineering.
Ove Arup & Partners • London/Hong Kong
Worked on major civil and offshore projects.
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