RUSSIAN VOLODYMIR OLEKSIYOVYCH (1903 – 1993)


An outstanding scientist, a specialist in the field of bridge construction, a teacher of the highest class, a professor. Developed a method for calculating spatial frames and a method of elastic supports for calculating span structures of bridges. Participant of the Second World War, he designed and built about 100 bridges and crossings. Awarded the orders: "Red Star", "Patriotic War II and I degree", "Labor Red Banner" and medals. Head of the Department of Bridges (1945-1974). Dean of the Road Construction Faculty (1950-1954). Prepared 8 candidates of sciences, published about 100 educational and scientific works.