UTC 2022 Funding - Cycle 2 Research Projects

Project No.: CY3-OU-09
Title: Smart Geosynthetics for Performance Monitoring and Life Cycle Assessment of Transportation Infrastructure
Performing Institution: University of Oklahoma
Principal Investigator: Kianoosh Hatami, University of Oklahoma
Start and Anticipated Completion Dates: 01/01/2026 to 01/15/2027
Abstract: Sensor-Enabled Geosynthetics (SEG) products are polymer composites that include networks of conducting fillers such as carbon black, carbon nanotubes, and graphene in their polymer formulation, enabling them to exhibit tensoresistive properties (i.e. strain sensing as a result of tension in the material). SEG technology provides a rapid and economical means to measure mechanical strain in geosynthetic products without the need for much costlier conventional instruments such as strain gauges and extensometers, and data acquisition systems. Therefore, it offers convenient and cost-effective performance monitoring technology for various transportation applications including roads and highways, reinforced soil walls, embankments, and bridge abutments.
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