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Blockchain based Multi-Layer Energy Management System for Smart Buildings

Canadian PI: Dr. Kankar Bhattacharya                                   Canadian Institution: University of Waterloo Indian PI: Dr. Rohit Bhakar Indian Institution: Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur Project Summary:…

Remoulding Existing Buildings into Smart Carbon Neutral Buildings: A Green Cyber Physical Approach (Green-CPS)

Canadian PI: Dr. Kuljeet Kaur      Canadian Institution: École de Technologie Supérieure, Montreal Indian PI: Dr. Mukesh Singh Indian Institution: Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology…

Sustainable Earthquake-Resistant 3D-Printed Concrete Housing: From Laboratory Testing to Industrial Application

Canadian PI: Dr. Vahid Sadeghian                                           Canadian Institution: Carleton University Indian PI: Dr. Biranchi Panda Indian Institution: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati Project Summary: 3D…

Manufacturing Sustainable  and Carbon Neutral Steel Structures for Construction Industry using Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM): Static, Dynamic and Fatigue characterization

Canadian PI: Dr. Philippe Bocher                                             Canadian Institution: École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) Indian PI: Lakshmi Narayan Ramasubramanian Indian Institution: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi…

A Data-driven Simulation-based Machine Learning Optimisation (SML-Opt) Framework to Support Net Zero Energy Building Retrofits in Canadian and Indian Contexts.

Canadian PI: Dr. Elie Azar                                                          Canadian Institution: Carleton University Indian PI:  Dr. Albert Thomas Indian Institution: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay Project Summary: The…

Multifunctional composites and Structural Health Monitoring for smart concrete structures

Canadian PI: Dr. Martin Noel                                    Canadian Institution: University of Ottawa Indian PI: Dr. Durai Prabhakaran Indian Institution: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu Project Summary:…

Valorization of CO2 to Fuel over MOFs derived SACs: A Machine Learning Guided Experimental Approach

Canadian PI: Dr. Ali Seifitokaldani                                           Canadian Institution: McGill University Indian PI: Dr. Sounak Roy Indian Institution: Birla Institute Technology and Science Project Summary: The electrocatalytic…

Wildfire House

A winner of IC-IMPACTS’ Call for Proposals: Innovation in Design and Construction of Low-Cost, Resilient, Energy-Efficient, and Safe Housing for First Nation Communities, the Wildfire House Prototype…

Scour Monitoring of an Overwater Bridge in Manitoba Using Dissolved Oxygen (DO) Probes

Scour—or the erosion of supporting sediments near bridge piers and abutments—accounts for the majority of overwater bridge failures around the world. The 2013 failure of…

India-Canada Initiative for Resilient Global Urban Shelter

ABOUT THE PROJECT The primary objective of this project is to develop new cost-effective seismic isolation platform (SIP) concepts that can be mass implemented for…

Solar Energy Powered Net-Zero Energy Smart Buildings

ABOUT THE PROJECT The research project aims to identify optimal configurations of building technologies that are suitable for the local climatic conditions and construction practices…

Urban Heat Island Effect and Building Energy Demand: Linkages Explained Using a Dense, Low Cost Sensor Network

ABOUT THE PROJECT The proposed research aims to understand the relationship between Urban Heat Island (UHI) intensity and building energy demands using real world quantitative…

Smart Sensor Deployment in Buildings: Evacuation Planning and Energy Management

ABOUT THE PROJECT The project will instrument two offices buildings and several homes to gather detailed usage data and inform the researchers on peak usage…

Structural Health Monitoring of Tall Buildings Using Vibration-Based Techniques

ABOUT THE PROJECT This project will develop new models for monitoring the structural health of tall and mid-rise buildings. NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (November 2016) PROJECT UPDATE (April 2016) Experimental…

Full Field Non-Contact SHM Protocols for Long Span Railway Bridges and Heritage Structures

ABOUT THE PROJECT This project will develop a new system that uses Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) for structural health monitoring of inaccessible railway bridges in Canada…

Application of Precast Products Made Using Bottom Ash and Fly Ash for Rural Pavements and Other Infrastructure in India

This project will develop new mixes that use boot ash to produce cement-less concrete or fine aggregate for concrete for precast applications of the construction…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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