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Yunmook Lim

Yonsei University · Engineering

About the Lab

Professor Yunmook Lim's research lab specializes in structural health monitoring, smart materials, and advanced composite materials, with a focus on developing innovative sensing and monitoring techniques for civil infrastructure. The lab investigates real-time structural response prediction using neural networks and LiDAR-based 3D scanning, aiming to enhance the safety and durability of bridges and other load-bearing structures. A key research direction involves the mechanical behavior of fiber-reinforced cementitious composites (FRCs) and strain-hardening cementitious composites (SHCC), particularly through controlled fiber distribution using 3D printing and advanced micromechanical modeling. The lab also explores dynamic response and failure mechanisms under impact and high-rate loading using lattice modeling and experimental validation.

structural health monitoringfiber-reinforced composites3D printing of compositesLiDAR sensingdynamic structural response

Research Overview

Papers
169
Total Citations
2,333
Papers (5y)
32
Primary Field
Engineering

Research Output Trend

Figures are computed from collected data and may differ slightly.

Publications per year (5y)
32total
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Citations per year (5y)
103total
20222023202420252026

Selected Papers

15
1
Article|193 citations·1997
Durable repair of aged infrastructures using trapping mechanism of engineered cementitious composites
Yun Mook Lim, Victor C. Li
SJR Q1Cement and Concrete Composites
Building and ConstructionEngineering
2
Article|113 citations·1997
Durable Repair of Aged Infrastructures Using Trapping Mechanism of Engineered Cementitious Composites
Yun Mook Lim, Victor C. Li
Deep Blue (University of Michigan)

Peer Reviewed

Building and ConstructionEngineering
3
Article|44 citations·2011
Simulation of rate dependent fracture in concrete using an irregular lattice model
Kunhwi Kim, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Cement and Concrete Composites
Mechanics of MaterialsEngineering
4
Article|43 citations·2007
Investigation of the strengthening effect of DFRCC applied to plain concrete beams
Seoyoon Shin, Jingu Kim, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Cement and Concrete Composites
Civil and Structural EngineeringEngineering
5
Article|40 citations·2021
Sag-based cable tension force evaluation of cable-stayed bridges using multiple digital images
Hyeon Cheol Jo, Soo-Hyung Kim, Jisang Lee, Hong‐Gyoo Sohn, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Measurement
Computer Vision and Pattern RecognitionComputer Science
6
Article|38 citations·2019
Artificial Neural Network for Vertical Displacement Prediction of a Bridge from Strains (Part 1): Girder Bridge under Moving Vehicles
Hyun Su Moon, Su-Yeol Ok, Pang‐jo Chun, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q2Applied SciencesOA

A real-time prediction method using a multilayer feedforward neural network is proposed for estimating vertical dynamic displacements of a bridge from the longitudinal strains of the bridge when vehicles pass across it. A numerical model for an existing five-girder bridge spanning 36 m proved by actual experimental values was used to verify the proposed method. To obtain a realistic vehicle distribution for the bridge, vehicle type and actual headways of moving vehicles were taken, and the measu

Civil and Structural EngineeringEngineering
7
Article|37 citations·2013
Failure simulation of RC structures under highly dynamic conditions using random lattice models
Kunhwi Kim, John E. Bolander, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Computers & Structures
Civil and Structural EngineeringEngineering
8
Article|32 citations·2016
Simulation of concrete tensile failure under high loading rates using three-dimensional irregular lattice models
Young Kwang Hwang, John E. Bolander, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Mechanics of Materials
Civil and Structural EngineeringEngineering
9
Article|32 citations·2016
Validation of three-dimensional irregular lattice model for concrete failure mode simulations under impact loads
Young Kwang Hwang, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Engineering Fracture Mechanics
Mechanics of MaterialsEngineering
10
Article|31 citations·2016
Fiber Bragg grating-based long-gauge fiber optic sensor for monitoring of a 60m full-scale prestressed concrete girder during lifting and loading
Tae Min Kim, Do-Hak Kim, Moon Kyum Kim, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Sensors and Actuators A Physical
Electrical and Electronic EngineeringEngineering
11
Article|28 citations·2020
Evaluation of dynamic tensile strength of concrete using lattice-based simulations of spalling tests
Young Kwang Hwang, John E. Bolander, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1International Journal of Fracture
Materials ChemistryMaterials Science
12
Article|28 citations·2018
Non-contact strain measurement for laterally loaded steel plate using LiDAR point cloud displacement data
Hyeon Cheol Jo, Junhwi Kim, Kangwon Lee, Hong‐Gyoo Sohn, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Sensors and Actuators A Physical
Civil and Structural EngineeringEngineering
13
Article|24 citations·2018
Feasibility study to control fiber distribution for enhancement of composite properties via three-dimensional printing
Young Jun Nam, Young Kwang Hwang, Ji Woon Park, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures

The distribution of fibers in the composite (which takes into account both their locations and orientations) is one of the important factors that affect the mechanical properties of FRCs. However, this parameter depends on various factors during composite fabrication, and controlling the distribution of fibers in the produced material represents a significant challenge. In this study, the applicability of three-dimensional (3D) printing technique for controlling fiber distributions was evaluated

Automotive EngineeringEngineering
14
Article|19 citations·2021
Application of artificial neural network to predict dynamic displacements from measured strains for a highway bridge under traffic loads
Hyun Su Moon, Young Kwang Hwang, Moon Kyum Kim, Hyeong-Taek Kang, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1Journal of Civil Structural Health Monitoring
Civil and Structural EngineeringEngineering
15
Article|18 citations·2020
A LiDAR Point Cloud Data-Based Method for Evaluating Strain on a Curved Steel Plate Subjected to Lateral Pressure
Hyeon Cheol Jo, Hong‐Gyoo Sohn, Yun Mook Lim
SJR Q1SensorsOA

Structural health monitoring (SHM) and safety assessment are very important areas for evaluating the behavior of structures. Various wired and wireless sensors can measure the physical responses of structures, such as displacement or strain. One recently developed wireless technique is a light imaging detection and ranging (LiDAR) system that can remotely acquire three-dimensional (3D) high-precision coordinate information using 3D laser scanning. LiDAR systems have been previously used in geogr

Civil and Structural EngineeringEngineering

Research Areas

Civil and Structural EngineeringBuilding and ConstructionComputational MechanicsMaterials ChemistryMechanics of MaterialsAerospace Engineering

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