LafargeHolcim and IIT Hyderabad to evaluate strength of concrete structure

NEW DELHI: LafargeHolcim has partnered up with the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) to collaborate on the development of innovative and smart building solutions.

This study will explore smart sensing technology for continuous on-site strength evaluation of a concrete structure that can eventually reduce the time cycle for construction of buildings and infrastructure and also ensure highly accurate real-time strength development.

The academic collaboration led by LafargeHolcim Innovation Centre will be supported by group companies ACC and Ambuja Cements in India.

Both companies have previously partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) to develop green and sustainable building solutions.

The research with IIT-Madras delves into the optimized use of low CO2 binders with a combination of alternative reinforcement as a potential substitute for conventional steel rebar, thereby significantly reducing the CO2 footprints of construction.