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From Field to Insight: MIDAS Workshop with Engineers NZ
   
🗓️Oct 21st, 2025 (Tue) - 11:00AM-15:00PM (AEST)
📍Location: Kopa Room, Engineering New Zealand, Wellington, NZ
💻Online: Hybrid (streaming via Zoom)
Overview

Innovative Structural & Geotechnical Solutions for New Zealand


The MIDAS Workshop brings together real New Zealand infrastructure projects and the engineers behind them, showcasing how complex design and analysis challenges were solved with advanced approaches.
Participants will gain practical, engineering-driven insights—from going beyond code compliance to mastering nonlinear analysis, design automation, and stability evaluation—directly applicable to their projects.


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Key Takeaways

What you will gain from this workshop

 

- Bridge Engineering Advances

  - Case study on New Zealand’s longest Extradosed Bridge

  - Addressing nonlinear behavior, complex load conditions, and staged construction effects

  - Integrated global-to-local modeling workflow using MIDAS Civil NX & Gen NX

 

- Smarter Structural Design

  - Detailed joint modeling and local FEM-based analysis

  - Moving beyond code checks to capture true structural behavior

 

- Design Automation & API Integration

  - Leveraging Grasshopper Link, plug-ins, and open API for parametric design workflows

  - Reducing repetitive analysis tasks and accelerating the design-to-verification cycle


- Geotechnical Solutions

  - Comparing Limit Equilibrium (LEM) vs FEM Strength Reduction Method for slope stability

  - Real-world application of NZGS guidelines

  - Addressing seepage, long-term stability, and local failure modes with advanced methods


- Hands-on Case Studies with MIDAS Gen & FEA NX

  - Crack simulation and fatigue assessment in reinforced concrete structures

  - Incorporating stress concentration, cyclic loading, and nonlinear material models for reliable design validation

Who Should Attend

This workshop is designed for professionals seeking practical engineering solutions, not just software demonstrations:

 

- Structural Engineers

Working on bridges and complex structures requiring integrated global-to-local analysis

 

- Geotechnical Engineers

Focused on slopes, tunnels, and ground stability with advanced nonlinear approaches


- Design Managers & Consultants

Balancing project deadlines and quality by adopting automation and reliable workflows


- Civil Infrastructure Professionals

 Looking to learn from real project cases and engage in peer-to-peer technical discussions

Sessions & Topics
  • 13:00 PM - 13:30 PM

    Welcome & Registration ✏️ Check in, grab your badge, and connect with fellow engineers before the sessions begin.

  • 13:30 PM - 13:50 PM

    Introduction to MIDAS IT Company & Innovative Software Solutions 🧒 Presented by Mr. Edmond Kim, Director, MIDAS IT Oceania.
    🚀 Discover MIDAS IT’s journey, global presence, and flagship software solutions shaping the future of engineering.

  • 13:50 PM - 14:15 PM

    Case Study on Longest Extradosed Bridge of New Zealand 👨‍💻 Presented by Eng. Sam Litchwark, Structural Engineer at RoadLab Ltd., NZ (TBC)
    🚀 Presentation on case study of an iconic bridge of NZ covering various real world challenges and solutions adopted in the design & construction of the structure.

  • 14:15 PM -

    Smarter Structural Design: MIDAS CIVIL NX & MIDAS GEN NX 👨‍💻 Presented by Eng. Pranav Vaishampayam, Senior Technical Support Engineer, MIDAS IT Australia.
    🚀 Discover latest innovations and advanced capabilities in structural analysis and design, tailored to meet current & evolving needs of modern infrastructure projects in New Zealand.

  • - 15:00 PM

    Design Automation in Engineering with API 👨‍💻 Presented by Eng. Pranav Vaishampayam, Senior Technical Support Engineer, MIDAS IT Australia.
    🚀 Covering integration & use of API (Application Programming Interface); Grasshopper link; Plug-in tools, etc. which will transform the design of bridge structures.

  • 15:00 PM - 15:15 PM

    Case Study on Midas Gen 📋 Focused case study showcasing how MIDAS Gen delivers value in complex structural projects.
    📋 RBG - Tenatative

  • 15:15 PM - 15:45 PM

    Networking & Tea Break 🍵 Refresh, connect, and exchange ideas with peers and industry leaders

  • 15:45 PM - 16:15 PM

    FEA NX Stantec Speaker - 30 mins (Graham - Stantec tentative) 📋 Practical look at how leading firms leverage FEA NX for challenging projects in NZ.

  • 16:15 PM - 16:45 PM

    Static and Seismic Slope Stability Assessment via Limit Equilibrium and Numerical Approaches- 30 mins 👨‍💻 Presented by Eng. Harsha Tadavarthi, Senior Technical Support Engineer, MIDAS IT Australia.
    🚀 Slope stability assessment examines slope performance under static, seismic, and seepage conditions using methods such as Limit Equilibrium (LEM) and Finite Element (FEM) in 2D or 3D. The discussion covers key factors, analytical approaches, and considerations for safe design, with reference to the NZGS Slope Stability Analysis Guidelines draft (April 9th) as a supporting framework.

  • 16:45 PM - 17:00 PM

    Q&A & Closing ❓Bring your questions, share your thoughts, and wrap up with key takeaways.

Speakers
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Vishal Jagad
Technical Support Engineer | MIDAS IT
Vishal completed his Master’s in Structural Engineering from NIT Surat. He has experience working on various bridges as well as building structures. At MIDAS IT, he has assisted clients of India as well as of different countries by providing technical solutions. He has also conducted Hands-on workshops and Webinars on different topics.
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Vikrant Parthe
Technical Support Engineer | MIDAS IT
Vikrant Vijay Parthe is a Technical Support Engineer at the Midas Research and Development Centre. He holds a Master of Technology degree in Structural Engineering from SVNIT, Surat. With extensive experience in the analysis and design of both bridge and building structures, Vikrant has been actively supporting users of Midas software, including clients from government and private organizations. His expertise lies in guiding users to successfully accomplish structural analysis tasks using Midas solutions.
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Dev Bharatia
Technical Support Engineer | MIDAS IT
Dev pursued a Master's Degree in Structural Engineering from SVNIT Surat and has experience assisting on diverse bridge and building projects. He has worked on design projects in the past and gained hands-on site experience. With a strong foundation in structural analysis and design, he is passionate about solving engineering challenges and optimizing structures for safety and efficiency. His interest also lies in leveraging APIs to optimize structural engineering solutions, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in design and analysis.
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Jayakrishnan
Technical Support Engineer | MIDAS IT
Jayakrishnan obtained his master’s degree in Structural Engineering from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Institute of Technology (SVNIT), Surat. He is currently a Technical Support Engineer at Midas IT India, where he works closely with Bridge and Structural engineers worldwide. His primary role involves providing technical support on queries related to Bridge engineering, Building engineering, and Midas software.