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Multi-scale modelling of fatigue crack propagation due to liquid droplet impingement

Islam, Md Rushdie Ibne (RSC, 2023-01)

We develop a sequential multi-scaling framework for studying the problem of fatigue crack propagation due to liquid droplet impingement. The scope is limited to a hypothetical material and a hypothetical liquid. The ...

Size-dependent nonlinear free and forced vibration analyses of a functionally graded microplate subjected to transverse patch loading

Islam, Md Rushdie Ibne (ASCE, 2023-08)

This paper presents a semianalytical methodology for the nonlinear vibration of a functionally graded microplate under transverse patch loadings. The higher-order shear deformation theory (HSDT) is combined with the modified ...

A comparison of numerical stability for ESPH and TLSPH for dynamic brittle fracture

Islam, Md Rushdie Ibne (Elsevier, 2023-10)

Dynamic brittle fracture is a numerically challenging problem that involves crack nucleation, formation, propagation, and material fragmentation. In this work, we use two forms of Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH), ...

Numerical modeling of interfacial cracking with soft and hard inclusions

Islam, Md Rushdie Ibne (Elsevier, 2023-11)

In this work, we use pseudo-spring-augmented smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH) framework to understand how the crack paths differ in edge-cracked plates with inclusions when they are made of functionally graded material ...

SPH-based framework for modelling fluid–structure interaction problems with finite deformation and fracturing

Islam, Md Rushdie Ibne (Elsevier, 2024-02)

Understanding crack propagation in structures subjected to fluid loads is crucial in various engineering applications, ranging from underwater pipelines to aircraft components. In this work, a computational framework is ...

Multiscale modelling of thermally stressed superelastic polyimide

Islam, Md Rushdie Ibne (2025-04)

Many thermo-mechanical processes, such as thermal expansion and stress relaxation, originate at the atomistic scale. We develop a sequential multiscale approach to study thermally stressed superelastic polyimide to explore ...

Modelling dynamic brittle fracture with fourth-order phase-field integrated Eulerian Sph

Islam, Md Rushdie Ibne (2025-05)

Dynamic brittle fracture presents substantial numerical challenges due to the complex nature of crack initiation, propagation, branching, and fragmentation. In this work, we develop a fourth-order phase-field model for ...

Three-dimensional SPH modeling of brittle fracture under hydrodynamic loading

Islam, Md Rushdie Ibne (Elsevier, 2025-10)

A three-dimensional SPH computational framework is presented for modeling fluid–structure interactions with structural deformation and failure. We combine weakly compressible SPH with a pseudo-spring-based SPH solver to ...

Investigating the efficacy of curing methods on concrete containing reclaimed asphalt pavement aggregates

Kakade, Vijay (Sage, 2025-06)

Curing is adopted to prevent moisture loss and promote hydration in concrete. It influences the concrete up to a depth known as a curing affected zone (CAZ), while the remainder of the concrete remains unaffected. The ...

Evaluation of dynamic modulus predictive equations for asphalt mixtures with recycled asphalt pavement material

Kakade, Vijay (Springer, 2025-06)

The NCHRP 1-37A and NCHRP 1-40D models have been incorporated into the PMED program to predict dynamic modulus (|E*|) of asphalt mixes for Level 2 and Level 3 inputs to design and analyze flexible pavement structures. These ...

Particle packing method for recycled aggregate concrete

Pradhan, Subhasis; Barai, Sudhir Kumar (Springer, 2024)

This book highlights the use of commercially available recycled aggregate concrete (RAC) extracted from multiple construction and demolition sites, considering it as a viable alternative to conventional aggregate. It further ...

Aggregate presaturation and concrete mixing technique for upscaling the use of fine recycled concrete aggregate

Unknown author (Elsevier, 2025-06)

The porous structure of fine recycled concrete aggregate (FRCA) affects the properties of concrete and limits its use beyond 30 %. This study aims to improve the quality of concrete prepared with 100 % FRCA. Past work ...

Reaction kinetics and thermodynamic modeling of alkali-activated calcined marine clay with mechanical activation

Pradhan, Subhasis (Elsevier, 2025-09)

A clinker-free, one-part alkali-activated materials (AAM) using calcined marine clay (CMC) and Ca(OH)2 (CH) was developed in this study. The influence of mechanical activation on the mechanical properties, morphology, and ...

Synergistic effect of particle packing method, aggregate saturation levels, and paste content in improving the performance of high volume fine recycled aggregate concrete

Pradhan, Subhasis (Springer Nature, 2025)

Using fine recycled concrete aggregate (FRCA) is challenging because of the presence of mortar fines in higher quantities. Past studies have reported a few approaches (Presoaking FRCA, surface treatment of FRCA, use of ...

Compounded fuzzy entropy-based derivation of uncertain critical factors causing corrosion in buried concrete sewer pipeline

Rallapalli, Srinivas; Singhal, Anupam (Springer Nature, 2025-05)

Corrosion in buried concrete sewer pipelines remains a critical challenge for infrastructure sustainability, driven by the complex interplay of environmental, material, operational, pipe-related, and physical factors with ...

Hydro-chemical profiling and contaminant source identification in agricultural canals using data driven clustering approaches

Singhal, Anupam; Rallapalli, Srinivas (Springer Nature, 2025)

Canal networks are vital for irrigated agriculture in semi-arid regions, yet their water quality is increasingly endangered by diffuse agro-chemical runoff and unregulated effluent discharges. Despite this growing risk, ...

Macro and micronutrient based soil fertility zonation using fuzzy logic and geospatial techniques

Srinivas, Rallapalli; Chalapathi, G.S.S.; Singh, Amit Rajnarayan (Springer Nature, 2025-07)

Modeling the spatial variability and uncertainty of soil fertility parameters is crucial for sustainable agriculture but remains a challenge due to complex interactions between soil properties. Traditional models often ...

Developing strategic and staging optimization pathways for urban flood damage mitigation

Srinivas, Rallapalli; Singh, Ajit Pratap (Elsevier, 2025-10)

Despite significant advancements in flood risk assessment and damage monetization, research is lacking for simultaneously examining the impacts of the complexity of factors such as rising sea levels, changing rainfall ...

Lime stabilization of sulfate-rich soil using quarry fines as a sustainable co-admixture

Chakraborty, Sayantan (Springer, 2025-05)

The engineering properties of the underlying soil govern the durability and performance of civil engineering infrastructures. Chemical stabilization using lime is adopted widely to treat problematic clayey soils that do ...

Micro-mechanical analyses to understand the durability of chemically stabilized geomaterials against moisture-induced damage

Chakraborty, Sayantan (ASCE, 2025)

Chemical stabilization with calcium or Ca-based stabilizers, such as lime, has been used worldwide to enhance the engineering properties of problematic soils. Although lime treatment improves the mechanical properties of ...

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