We specialize in the design, fabrication, and experimental characterization of fiber reinforced cementitious composites (FRCCs) — advanced cement-based materials engineered for superior tensile resistance, ductility, and energy absorption under both static and dynamic loading. By optimizing fiber geometry, matrix composition, and fiber-matrix interfacial bonding, we develop strain-hardening composites that exhibit multiple cracking behavior and exceptional impact resistance.
Strain-hardening behavior and multiple cracking mechanisms of HPFRCCs and UHPFRCs
Effects of fiber type, fiber content, and matrix strength on static and dynamic tensile performance
Dynamic increase factor (DIF) characterization across a wide range of strain rates
Development of innovative impact test systems (SEFIM, I-SEFIM) for high-rate material testing
Micro- and nano-scale investigation of fiber-matrix interfacial bond behavior at high pullout rates
We specialize in the design, fabrication, and experimental characterization of auxetic meta-concrete (AMC) — cement-based metamaterials engineered to exhibit negative Poisson's ratio behavior. By tailoring meso-scale geometry and leveraging ultra-high-performance fiber-reinforced concrete (UHPFRC), we develop optimized unit-cell configurations that unlock superior deformation capacity and energy absorption.
Auxetic unit-cell design and geometric optimization for negative Poisson's ratio response
Fabrication and experimental characterization of cement-based metamaterials
Ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPFRC) as a structural matrix for auxetic systems
Development of lightweight, multifunctional materials for resilient and smart civil infrastructure
We specialize in the simulation of hydration for cement, low-carbon cement, and non-cement. By using an-open scource CEMHYD3D, we sucessfully simulate the hydration of normal cement. Currently, we develop an efficive tool namely AAMHyd3D to simulate the hydration of CaO-activated ground granulated blast-furnace slag, contributing to climate change mitigation and achieving the global goal of net-zero CO2 emissions.
Cement hydration simulation using CEMHYD3D
Portland Limestone Cement hydration simulation
CaO-activated ground granulated blast-furnace slag hydration simulation
Development of meso-scale finite-element simulation at mortar level using lattice-particle approach
Development of marco-scale finite-element simulation at concrete level using lattice-particle approach