Computational Science
Many challenges in civil engineering involve multi-physics problems, where not just one, but multiple physical and chemical phenomena—such as the mechanics of solids, liquids, and gases, the transport of mass and heat, and chemical reactions—occur simultaneously.
We address these complex multi-physics problems in civil engineering through a wide range of approaches, from the development of fundamental theories to advanced, high-accuracy, and large-scale numerical computation techniques.
Our research spans from developing material models that describe intrinsic properties, formulating governing equations by combining the relevant physical laws, implementing these models into numerical simulations, and applying them to real-world and large-scale engineering problems. We also actively conduct laboratory experiments and field measurements as part of the model validation and refinement process.
At the core of our research is the challenge of describing complex multi-physics phenomena using the fewest and most essential assumptions possible.
Academic Staff
Mamoru KIKUMOTO
Professor (Academic Center for Computing and Media Studies)
Research Topics
My research focuses on the development of fundamental models and simulation techniques for geomaterials such as soil and rock. To ensure the reliability of our models and numerical methods, we also conduct laboratory experiments and field measurements in parallel.
Geomaterials are complex and fascinating substances composed of a mixture of solid, liquid, and gas phases. Due to their complex behavior, conventional theories and computational techniques often fall short in accurately predicting their responses.
To overcome these limitations, we are developing new models and simulation techniques capable of describing the mechanical and hydraulic behavior of geomaterials. In addition to validating these methods, we are also working on applying them to high-precision and large-scale numerical analyses using the supercomputing facilities at the Academic Center for Computing and Media Studies.
Contacts
Room 219, Research Bldg. No.5, Yoshida Campus, Kyoto University, Yoshida Honmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan
TEL: +81-75-753-7493
E-mail: kikumoto.mamoru.6x
kyoto-u.ac.jp
Research Topics