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Program 1: Advanced Structural and Geotechnical Systems (ASGS)

1.1 Advanced Structural Systems

The projects within this theme focus on physical testing of structural systems and components in the new Smart Structures Laboratory (SSL). Many of the projects have a sustainability theme through the use of new materials and extending the life of existing facilities. The reaction wall of the SSL will allow push-over tests of structural systems to be undertaken from which performance and damage curves will be developed for wide application in industry including impacts from climate change and increased wind speeds. Some of the current and emerging projects include:

  • Strength and drift capacity investigation of structural systems
  • Dynamic response of structures to blast and earthquake
  • Development of long span integrated floor systems
  • Proof testing and performance rating of building products
  • Renewal of timber and concrete bridges and structures
  • Renewal of mining and energy infrastructure
  • Applications of new and recycled materials such as geo-polymers
  • Advanced façade systems
  • Embodied energy and life cycle analysis studies
  • Sensor applications in infrastructure monitoring
  • Smart structures for improved aged care

1.2 Advanced Geotechnical Systems

The projects in this theme are supported by physical testing in the renewed Swinburne Geotechnical laboratory and have a particular focus on the re-use of materials reclaimed from construction and demolition waste for a range of applications including road pavement systems. An emerging strength is the modelling of methane gas generated from landfill decomposition. Some of the current and emerging projects include:

  • Integrated pavement design using reclaimed materials
  • Applications of reclaimed and new materials in geotechnical engineering
  • Geotechnical laboratory testing, field instrumentation and in-situ testing
  • Ground improvement, soil stabilisation and geosynthetic applications
  • Soft soils and problematic soils
  • Land reclamation and dredging
  • Slope stability, piled foundations, retaining walls and excavations
  • Tunnelling applications
  • Landfill applications
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