Evaluating the Integrity of Railways Infrastructure in India and Canada with an Emphasis on Bridges and Tracks
ABOUT THE PROJECT This project will use structural health monitoring techniques to evaluate the current condition and anticipated remaining lifespan of railway bridges and tracks in Canada and India. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (October 2016) PROJECT UPDATE (April 2016) Researchers are Investigating the condition of the railway bridges using statistical data available from the industry collaborators. Researchers are […]
Characterization and Use of Industrial Fly Ash
ABOUT THE PROJECT This project aims to increase the use of fly ash in concrete and substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the construction process. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (October 2016) PROJECT UPDATE (April 2016) A better understanding the physical properties of fly ash generated from Indian coal-fired power stations in relation to currently used Canadian sources is intended to help […]
Modelling and Assessment of Deficient and Repaired Structures
ABOUT THE PROJECT This project presents a new focus for develop state-of-the-art analysis tools for concrete structures so that an assessment can be undertaken to determine if a structure is deteriorating to the point where rehabilitation or strengthening is required. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (October 2016) PROJECT UPDATE (April 2016) On developing improved material models, activity thus far has focused […]
Conservation of Heritage Masonry Structures Within Cauvery Basin Waterworks
ABOUT THE PROJECT This project will develop new techniques to repair and rehabilitate heritage masonry. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (October 2016) PROJECT UPDATE (April 2016) Researchers have completed a study on the effect of Nanolime on the strength and permeability of lime mortars reinforced with polymeric microfibers. As expected with controlled low strength composites, polymer microfibers improve the strength of […]
Sustainable Infrastructure Using Smart FRPs
ABOUT THE PROJECT This project will develop more durable and life-extending techniques for concrete infrastructure. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (October 2016) PROJECT UPDATE (April 2016) Based on extensive laboratory testing and field application in Toronto, we have developed a technique for the upgrade of concrete columns that reduces and even eliminates the rate and risk of corrosion. Analytical procedure […]
Testing and Upscaling Phytoremediation Technology in Real-World Conditions
This technology deployment will establish and evaluate phytoremediation technology and explore the social acceptability of this technology by local communities. Four sites have been targeted for this demonstration, two in Canada and two in India. This project will be tested in real-world conditions and demonstrates the balance between discovery and application-based research to solve the […]
Contaminated Land Reclamation Using Hybrid Absorbable Landscape And Native Plant Species
Many of the earth’s natural resources are subjected to heavy pollution, posing a major problem worldwide. When looking at potential solutions to these issues, it is necessary to choose methods that do not further damage the environment and instead choose ecological approaches to cleaning the earth. Dr. Rishi Gupta (University of Victoria)’s Low Impact Development […]
A Floating Treatment Wetland System for Removing Contaminants from Rivers and Streams using a Biomimicry Approach
This project aims to inspire stakeholders to adopt simple, sustainable and effective technologies for wastewater treatment and to promote the safe use of wastewater for agriculture. A large number of HQP participated in the installation and ensured that a Biochar-based pipe filtration system resulted in improved water quality parameters. The filtration system was able to reduce […]
A High Performance Advanced Septic (HPAS) System for Villages and Roadside Restaurants
Proper treatment of wastewater remains a challenge in many parts of the world, especially in small villages. This leads to toxic contamination of water sources and, with an already limited freshwater supply in India, is a critical problem. This project will deploy a High-Performance Advanced Septic (HPAS) system to small villages, residential apartments, and roadside restaurants to […]
Energy and Water Disaggregation for Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring in Buildings
ABOUT THE PROJECT The research proposes to improve sustainability in water and energy through improved non-intrusive load monitoring (NILM). Specifically, the project aims to improve disaggregation techniques and propose a new area of cross domain disaggregation. RESEARCH ABSTRACT Given the limited resources of energy and water, global efforts in sustainability aim to reduce wastage and improve […]