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Research activity
Structural Design for Seismeic protection Lab
Research activity Impact on society
We investigate the strength of fibre reinforced We aim to develop new industry grade processes
composite materials (FRCM) for building and materials that fill in the gap of existing retrofitting
strengthening and retrofitting, with special systems. The group is already patent owner of high-
emphasis on recycled and secondary raw perf FRC systems. Development of new design tools to
materials. We optimize fibre adhesion of the address durability issues (safe lifetime) of both new and
inorganic matrix, crack pattern and failure existing buildings materials is carried out.
modes. Applications to Fibre Reinforced
Concrete (FRC) is also considered.
Context and motivation of National and international
the research academic relationships regarding
The need for materials which offer high- the activity
performance alongside compatibility with the
building tradition, fire resistance, durability The activity takes place in partnership with international
and safety is much felt in the ever growing academias such as Keele, Sheffield (UK) and Minho
field of building restoration and rehabilitation. (PT). A significant interaction with international research
Research activity aims at merging skills in the units from China (Fuzhou University) and Switzerland
field of innovative building materials and new (HEIG-VD), USA (Cornell University, Ithaca NY) is taking
technologies. place.
Engagement of local entities Funded projects / grants
and fallout on the territory Bando di Ricerca Applicata 2013/2014 – Sviluppo,
The research activity involves several companies, modellazione e applicazione di sistemi di rinforzo
ranging from plastics manufacturers to cement strutturale in materiale composito di fibra di carbonio
producers, from high-performance dry fabric e resina IPN per l’adeguamento sismico, il ripristino
rolls sellers to nation-wide recycling consortia. ed il consolidamento di edifici civili e industriali:
Moreover, development of new technologies, metodologie, prestazioni e failure analysis (140 K€)
equipment and patents by industries and POR FESR 2014-2020 ASSE 1 AZIONE 1.2.2 CUP
laboratories working in the field of building E81F18000310009 Impiego di Materiali Plastici da
materials is pursued. Riciclo per malte e calcestruzzi Strutturali Alleggeriti
(700 K€)
Financial support from (MIUR) in the framework of the
Project PRIN-2017HFPKZY (680 K€).
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