Scope and Topics

  • Durability aspects of structures
    • Deterioration modelling and mechanisms
    • Life-cycle assessments and service life design
    • Durability design of structures
    • New material technologies for improved durability
  • Strengthening using FRP Composites
    • Strengthening of RC structures using FRP composites
    • Strengthening of structural steel members using FRP composites
    • Prestressed CFRP strengthening
  • Structural Condition Assessment and Health Monitoring
    • Condition assessment of heritage and conventional structures
    • Non-destructive testing and evaluation of structures
    • Health monitoring of structures
    • UAV and UUV based structural health monitoring
    • Evaluation of repaired structures
  • Repair, Rehabilitation, Retrofitting and Restoration of Structures
    • Structural rehabilitation and retrofitting
    • Repair of fire damaged structures
    • Retrofitting of structures for dynamic and seismic loads
    • Case Studies and practical applications
    • Role of anchorages in strengthening systems
  • Emerging materials and technologies
    • Fabric reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM)
    • Smart materials and technologies
    • Novel materials for repair (SCC, UHPC)