Tech Tuesday: University of Florida Researches Wind-Resilient Construction Methods Using Hurricane Data

In this week’s Tech Tuesday, UF Innovate introduces Dr. Kurtis Gurley, associate director of the Engineering School of Sustainable Infrastructure and Environment (ESSIE) at the University of Florida. His research focuses on developing cost-effective, wind-resilient construction methods using wind tunnel experiments and real hurricane data.

“How do we build hurricane resilience in our communities? We’re here with UF’s Civil and Coastal Engineering Department to learn more. Kurt, tell us more about who you are and what you do,” said Bethany Gaffey, host of UF Innovate.

“Hi, yeah. My name is Kurt. I’m a faculty member in Civil and Coastal Engineering. I’m within the Structures Group in Civil, and my major interest research-wise is building more wind-resilient construction. That is to say, how do you build a house that can withstand hurricane winds, and not cost a lot more money?” said Dr. Kurtis Gurley, associate director of the ESSIE at the University of Florida.

“Tell me more about how you conduct your research,” said Gaffey.

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