CFM has been leading the research and development of engineered fibre composites for civil infrastructure in Australia for decades. The research activities in Civil Composites include large scale structural testing, computational modelling and analysis of innovative composite structures for civil applications.
Title: Testing and Analysis of Pipeline Encapsulation Technologies
Leader: Professor Allan Manalo
Project Team: Prof. Karu Karunasena, Dr. Shanika Kiriella, Dr. Hamid Ahmadi, Dr. Cam Minh Tri Tien, Mr. Ahmad Salah
Project Partners: University of Colorado Boulder, Cornell University, Gas Technology Institute
Funding Body: Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E), US Department of Energy
This project is dedicated to establishing performance objectives and characterizing failure modes for internal replacement pipe (IRP) technologies. By utilizing advanced modelling, simulation, and testing methodologies, we aim to provide comprehensive recommendations for material properties that ensure acceptable design-life performance. Additionally, we developed an open-source application, named IRPAnalyzer, specifically designed for the analysis and design of IRP systems for pipeline rehabilitation. This tool will enhance the capabilities of industry practitioners in implementing effective IRP technologies. The link to the executable file for the standalone version of IRPAnalyzer can be found here: IRPAnalyzer Version 2.1
Title: Advanced composite reinforcing materials for longevity of Australian Infrastructure
Leader: Professor Allan Manalo
Project Team: Dr Omar Alajarmeh | Dr Hannah Seligmann | Neda Bozorgi | Hazem Shebl
Project Partners: Inconmat | Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads | Holcim/Humes | Zero Waste Matters | Graphene Manufacturing Group
Funding Body: Cooperative Research Centre - Project (CRCPXIII000007)
This project supports the development of novel, sustainable and low-cost non-corrosive reinforcing solutions using recycled glass and plastics and advanced manufacturing to provide the Australian construction industry with a viable alternative to steel reinforcement products.
Title: Composite railway sleepers
Leader: Dr Wahid Ferdous
Project Team: Professor Allan Manalo
Project Partners: Austrak Pty Ltd | Partec Pty Ltd | Zero Waste Matters
Funding Body: Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship
The aim of this project is to develop a low cost, eco-friendly, and highly durable composite railway sleeper to replace traditional timber railway sleepers in Australia.
Title: Transformation of recycled waste resources into engineered materials and solutions for a circular economy (TREMS)
Leader: Professor Hao Wang | Weena Lokuge
Project Team: Dr Dhasindrakrishna Kitnasamy | Vimukthi Fernando
Project Partners: Paintback Limited | Tweed Shire Council | Halok Pty Ltd | Moreton Bay Regional Council
Funding Body: ARC Industrial Transformation Research Hub
With the support from the ARC and industry partners, UniSQ research team is developing new sustainable construction materials and solutions by considering the waste paint, soft plastics and glass as a resource.
