Concrete is one of the world’s most widely used materials and one of the most polluting. It is responsible for nearly 10% of global CO₂ emissions and a major share of construction waste. Recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) is a sustainable option, but little is known about its structural behaviour. With the support of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme, the MaDeCyBeam project combines lab tests, numerical modelling, and AI to pinpoint the key factors that influence RAC’s performance. The project’s overall goal is contribute to advancement reliable design guidelines, supporting the efficient use of recycled concrete and the development of more sustainable structures, while helping to reduce the construction industry’s carbon footprint.
Year
- 2025
Title
- Optimisation of the material safety factor and sensitivity analysis of the key parameters in the structural design of the reinforced recycled aggregate concrete beams
Responsible professor
- LIBERATO FERRARA