Our research addresses both existing and new structures. Our ambition is to conduct world-class basic and research education, and internationally leading research in Concrete Structures.
The research in Concrete Structures addresses several of the global sustainable development goals, for example by developing methods to extend the service life of existing structures, thereby contributing to reduce the use of resources, minimise carbon emissions, and preserve cultural values. Other examples include the development of new, sustainable materials and solutions, and efficient design and construction processes to minimise the environmental impact of structures. Thus, our research addresses both existing and new structures. Our ambition is to conduct world-class basic and research education, and internationally leading research in Concrete Structures.
Research Topics within Concrete Structures
Based on sustainable development, we strive for a balance between basic research and applied research in concrete structures. Our on-going projects treat the following topics:
- Assessment of existing structures, including deteriorated structures, especially reinforcement corrosion
- Structural health monitoring and prediction
- Impulse loaded reinforced concrete structures
- Novel reinforcement types
- Fibre reinforced concrete structures
- Textile reinforced concrete structures
- Role of structural engineering in the building process
- Structural design and optimisation
Research Methods and Techniques in Concrete Structures
Within Concrete Structures research group, we combine different research methods and techniques in a strategic way. Historically, we have combined theoretical analysis and experiments; novel tools such as image-based modelling make this intersection even more interesting. In recent work we also combine quantitative and qualitative methods. The main methods and techniques we develop, apply and combine are:
- Analysis and design of reinforced concrete structures
- Nonlinear finite element modelling
- Multi-scale modelling
- Multi criteria decision analysis (Set-based design)
- Experimental methods
- Structural testing
- Image-based methods, both 2D and 3D
- Fibre optics monitoring