Construction Methodologies and Management
PC technology has seen little innovation in its manufacturing process over several decades, resulting in little flexibility in production time and cost as well as inefficient designs. This research theme aims to change this by advancing the manufacturing methods of PC through automation, improving durability and reducing cost and carbon emissions.
Research Topics
- 3D printing of concrete
- 3D printing of stay-in-place forms
- Automation of PC installation
- Material price volatility risk mitigation
- PC construction management optimization
- BIM and game simulation for installation analysis
2023 Round 1 - Funded Projects
Project: Evaluating Scanning Technology for Process Monitoring and Quality Control in Precast Concrete Fabrication
- PI: Dr. Isabelina Nahmens / Co-PI: Dr. Laura Ikuma
- Funding: $101,993.00 ($64,985.00 Federal and $37,008.00 Non-Federal)
- See documents:
- Project Information
- Quarterly Progress Report: #1, #2, #3, #4
Project: Holistic Quality Management of Precast Concrete Construction for Transportation Infrastructure
- PI: Dr. Hubo Cai / Co-PI: Dr. Dulcy Abraham, Dr. Phillip Dunston, and Dr. Jiansong Zhang
- Funding: $101,984.00 ($62,119.00 Federal and $39,865.00 Non-Federal)
- See documents:
- Project Information
- Quarterly Progress Report: #1, #2, #3, #4
2023 Round 2 - Funded Projects
Project: Developing a cost-effective, reliable and sustainable PC supply system under price volatility and uncertain materials supply
- PI: Dr. Bhaba Sarker
- Funding: $97,508.00 ($65,000.00 Federal and $32,508.00 Non-Federal)
- See documents:
- Project Information
- Quarter Progress Report: #1, #2, #3
Project: Optimizing the Planning of Precast Concrete Bridge Construction Methods to Maximize Durability, Safety, and Sustainability
- PI: Dr. Khaled El-Rayes / Co-PI: Ernest-John Ignacio
- Funding: $104,850.00 ($64,961.00 Federal and $39,888.00 Non-Federal)
- See documents:
- Project Information
- Quarterly Progress Report: #1, #2, #3