Shrinkage cracking in Fibre Reinforced Concrete

Summary

This project aims to advance fundamental knowledge on the serviceability behaviour of fibre reinforced shotcrete tunnel linings with respect to early age cracking induced by restrained shrinkage.

Research Areas:

Fibre Reinforced Concrete, Restrained Shrinkage

Supervisor

Dr Ali Amin.

Research location

Civil Engineering

Synopsis

This project will investigate the early age cracking behaviour of Fibre Reinforced Concrete (FRC). Large scale experiments are planned to investigate the cracking behaviour of restrained slab elements containing various amount of fibre reinforcement. Material data will be collected alongside the large scale tests to characterise the FRC.

Additional information

Offering:

A scholarship for 3.5 years at the RTP stipend rate (currently $40,109 in 2024). International applicants will have their tuition fees covered.

Successful candidates must:

Have experience in doing laboratory work and analytical modelling are preferred.

How to apply:

To apply, please email ali.amin@sydney.edu.au the following:

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Opportunity ID

The opportunity ID for this research opportunity is 3564

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