Pioneering a novel masonry printing (block-based 3D printing) technology for sustainable and rapid construction on Earth and extraterrestrial bodies.
Investigation of mechanical and structural behavior of compressed earth block masonry.
Development of constitutive models for failure analysis in masonry and structural systems.
Advanced finite element modeling of masonry, braced frames, buckling-restrained braces, and cold-formed steel members.
Valorization of waste materials for construction, including fluorogypsum blends and pozzolanic materials.
Dr. Kumar's Research Journey to MPRI Lab
Demonstrating the feasibility of CSEB masonry housing in the US Gulf Coast region
Enhancing the properties of CSEBs using sugarcane bagasse fibers, an agricultural by-product
Developing a computationally efficient and robust interface element’s constitutive model for simulating the mechanical behavior of masonry
Investigating the capabilities and limitations of finite element (FE) simplified micro-modeling techniques that are frequently used for simulating the behavior of ordinary masonry
Developing an FE detailed micro-model specifically tailored for earth block masonry systems