Objective
The construction industry generates substantial waste and contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. Concrete, as the primary building material, exacerbates these issues, accounting for approximately 9-10% of global CO2 emissions and a substantial portion of construction and demolition waste. To address these challenges, the utilization of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) has emerged as a promising sustainable alternative.
However, the structural behaviour of RACs remains understudied in terms of the influence of recycled aggregate properties on structural scale behaviour. These is crucial to optimise the use of RACs and, at the same time, mitigate the risk of overly conservative design practices that could undermine sustainability benefits.
This project aims to contribute to the development of robust design guidelines for RAC elements by combining experimental testing, numerical modelling and advanced AI techniques. By identifying critical parameters influencing RAC's performance and developing robust design guidelines, I aim to accelerate the widespread adoption of sustainable concrete solutions. This project will analyse large datasets to predict structural properties including bond, dowel action, and aggregate interlock, optimize mix designs and identify potential failure modes. This research will contribute to the development of more sustainable and resilient structures while reducing the construction industry's carbon footprint.
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Programme(s)
- HORIZON.1.2 - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Main Programme
Funding Scheme
HORIZON-TMA-MSCA-PF-EF - HORIZON TMA MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships - European FellowshipsCoordinator
20133 Milano
Italy