In the realm of structural engineering, our current focus lies squarely on high-strength steel for construction. Our mission is to craft advanced materials that not only elevate strength but also bolster endurance. In our toolkit, we wield high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel, quenched and tempered (QT) steel, and thermo-mechanically controlled processed (TMCP) steel. These materials are our allies in constructing structures that are not only lighter but also substantially more robust and taller.
Undoubtedly, high-strength steel emerges as a champion in the arena of sustainable construction. It offers us the unique ability to reduce environmental impact by using lighter materials. Our diligent researchers are engaged in the intricate dance of integrating high-strength steel into sustainable architectural designs. This pursuit often translates to using fewer materials and, as a result, curbing energy consumption.
For regions teetering on seismic vulnerability, our experts are directing their efforts toward harnessing high-strength steel to fortify buildings against the tempestuous forces of nature. Our research and development endeavours are geared toward fashioning flexible and sturdy structural systems capable of braving even the most relentless seismic assaults.
Within our expansive research domain, we are committed to exploring:
- The fundamental mechanical properties and constitutive models.
- Meso-scale modelling techniques tailored for high-strength steel.
- The intricate dance of phase transformation within high-strength steel under elevated temperatures.
- Precise structural prerequisites for implementing high-strength steel in building construction.
- Unravelling the mysteries of hysteretic behaviour exhibited by high-strength steel under cyclic loading.
- Scrutinising the mechanical attributes of high-strength welded joints, along with their heat-affected zones (HAZs).
ln the world of structural engineering, our journey with high-strength steel is both a testament to our commitment to innovation and our unwavering dedication to constructing a safer, more sustainable future.
