DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

Research

Details of Ph.D / M.Tech. (By Research) Awarded

(2009-2025)
Sl.No. Name of the Scholar and Topic Supervisor Month & Year
Ph.D
1 Ms. S. Mary Rebekah Sharmila Condition Assessment of Corrosion in Marine Concrete Piles and its Prevention Dr. P. Vasanthi May 2025
2 Mr. Mahmad Raphiyoddin Shaphiyoddin Malik Performance Evaluation of Weighted Distance Grey Wolf Optimizer for reducing NOx emissions from Thermal Power Plants Dr. V.S. Priya January 2025
3 Mr. Md Muheeb Ahmed Investigation on Strength and Durability Properties of Optimised Cementitious Composites for Use in RC Repair Works Dr. M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed December 2024
4 Ms. R. Rupa Influence Of Building Envelope On The Indoor Temperature In Naturally Ventilated High Rise Buildings For Sustainable Living Dr. P. Vasanthi November 2024
5 Mr. K. Jagadeesh Assessment of Building Performance And Occupant Satisfaction in Hot & Humid Regions of Low Rise Residential Buildings in Chennai City Dr. A.K. Kaliluthin September 2024
6 Mr. Ahmed Abdul Ahad Influence of Surface Modification on Steel Rebars on Flexural Performance of RC Beams Made of Compacting Concrete Dr. M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed August 2024
7 Ms. K. Kanmani Estimation and Assessment of Soil Moisture for Heterogeneous Crop Regions Using SAR Polarimetric Data Dr. P. Vasanthi May 2024
8. Mr. Ibrahim .Y Study on the treatment of cottage textile dyeing industry effluent by novel natural coagulation cum adsorption process Dr.P.Vasanthi November 2023
9. Mr. V. Varun Kumar Behaviour of lightweight self-compacting geopolymer concrete Filled FRP composite columns Dr.P.Gajalakshmi November 2023
10. Ms. M. Ayisha Sidiqua Development and performance evaluation of novel composite photocatalyst for the treatment of textile dyes Dr.V.S.Priya November 2023
11. Ms. Roopa V. Corrosion protection and service life extension of reinforced concrete roofing systems in existing buildings Dr.M.S.Haji Sheik Mohammed November 2023
12. Ms. Ajona M Bio-Remediation of petroleum contaminated soil using recombinant microbial strain Dr.P.Vasanthi September 2023
13. Mr. K. C. Vinu Prakash Construction noise measurement and assessment of workers noise perceptions and safety behavior Dr.K.Yogeswari September 2023
14. Ms. Pavithra. C Structural performance of hybrid FRP – concrete – steel double skin tubular columns under axial compression loading Dr.J.Revathy August 2023
15. Ms. P. Krithika Behaviour of Steel Tubular Columns filled with PVA fiber reinforced expansive cement concrete under axial compression Dr.P.Gajalakshmi August 2023
16. Mr. Mohd Umar Investigation on strength, durability andantimicrobial resistance of cementitious systems for use in marine conditions Dr.M.S.Haji Sheik Mohammed July 2023
17. Mr.Donald Kwabena Dadzie Study on the performance of bubble deck slabs incorporated with agro – waste filled plastic bottles Dr.A.K.Kaliluthin July 2023
18. Ms. R. Pamila Adsorptive removal of basic dyes from aqueous solution using modified agro wastes Dr.P.Vasanthi July 2023
19. Mr. K. K. Yaswanth Development of slag based engineered geopolymer composites for the retrofitting of structures Dr.J.Revathy April 2023
20. Mr. N. S.Shafeer Ahamed Effects of corrosion inhibiting admixtures on engineering properties of mortar and service life of steel-cementitious system exposed to chlorides Dr.M.S.Haji Sheik Mohammed November 2022
21. Ms. B.Indhu Empirical research on delay in construction projects due to improper construction equipment management Dr.K.Yogeswari August 2022
22. Ms. K. Yogeswari Sustainable road layout design for a suburban area (Tambaram) using Fuzzy aided system Dr.E. Rasul Mohideen August 2015
M.Tech (By Research)
1. Mr. Eliass A Latiff Study on innovative weathering course composites & secondary roofing systems for enhanced thermal insulation of flat roofs Dr.M.S.Haji Sheik Mohammed November 2017
2. Mr. M. Mohamed Iburahim Study on strength, durability and thermal performance of ferrocement panels for use in secondary roofing Dr.M.S.Haji Sheik Mohammed November 2017

Research Scholars pursuing Ph.D

Details of Research Scholars Pursuing Ph.D

Sl. No. Name of the Supervisor Name of the Scholar RRN
1 Dr. P. Vasanthi Mr. Abdul Salam A 140803104001
2 Dr. M. S. Haji Sheik Mohammed Ms. C. Hemalatha 160803104001
3 Mr. Ansari Abu Usama Abdul Rahman 230803704004
4 Dr. J. Revathy Mr. Sheik Farid 230803704001
5 Mr. Ansari Ismail Ateeque Shameem Akhatar 230803704003
6 Mr. Thasmeer Khan.M.H 240803701001
7 Ms. S. Mahalakshmi 240803101003
8 Dr. P. Gajalakshmi Mr. Irfan Ahmed 170803101006
9 Mr. Abdullah Khan Nasir Khan 230803704005
10 Mr. Faizan Ahmed Mohammed Aarif 230803704006
11 Dr. K. Yogeswari Ms. M. Anitha 160803704001
12 Mr. B. Kannadasan 180803104003
13 Ms. G. Garmel Shiney 230803701001
14 Dr. V.S. Priya Mr. Adolf Marvelraj.L.A.S 210803101001
15 Dr. A.K. Kaliluthin Mr. D. Mohamed Shanavaz 140803304001
16 Ms. Subha Khatoon 180803104001
17 Mr. Saud Anjum Mahevi Mohammed Rashid 230803704007
18 Mr. R. Mohammed Ashick 240803104002
19 Dr. Nisha Khanam Mr. S. Dhamodharan 230803704002
20 Dr. V. Roopa Ms. Shajathi Basma.B 240803701002

Sponsored Research Projects

Details of Recently Completed Sponsored Projects

S.NoName of the Project TitleName of the PIFunding AgencyDurationAmount In Lakhs
1.Seismic Retrofitting of Prestressed Concrete Beams Externally Bonded with Fibre Reinforced Polymer CompositesDr. J.Revathy (PI) Department of Civil Engineering, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai.Science and Engineering Research Board, Department of Science and Technology(under the scheme – fast track for young scientist)2012-201617.04
2.Seismic Performance of FRP Confined Steel tube in-filled Concrete ColumnsDr. P.Gajalakshmi (PI)&
Dr. J.Revathy (Co-PI) Department of Civil Engineering, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai.
Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi2014 – 201729.01
3.Structural behavior of corroding prestressed concrete systems and extension of service life using cathodic protectionDr. Amlan Kumar Sengupta (PI), Dr.G.Radhakrishna G Pillai (Co-PI), Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Madras Dr.M.S.Haji Sheik Mohammed (Co-PI), Department of Civil Engineering, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, ChennaiDST, SERB, New Delhi2018-202239.60
4.Corrosion Protection and service life extension of reinforced concrete roofing systems in existing BuildingsMs. V. Roopa (PI), Department of Civil Engineering, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai.DST, SERB, TARE, New Delhi2018-202218.30
5.Seismic behaviour of light weight concrete filled FRP tubular columnsDr.J.Revathy (PI), Dr.P.Gajalakshmi(Co-PI) Department of Civil Engineering, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai.Research Promotion Scheme,AICTE, New Delhi2020-20232.00
6.Modernisation and Upgradation of Structutal Engg Lab –Non Destructive Testing faciltyDr Vasanthi P (PI),  Dr.J.Revathy (Co-PI) Department of Civil Engineering, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai.AICTE, MODROB, New Delhi2020-202210.00

Sponsored Projects Ongoing

TITLE OF THE SPONSORED PROJECTNAME OF THE PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR(S)NAME OF THE FUNDING AGENCYDURATIONVALUE (Rs. In lakhs)
Evaluation of Sacrificial Anode Cathodic Protection (SACP) systems for reinforced concrete applicationDr. G. Radhakrishna G Pillai (PI), Department of Civil Engineering, IIT Madras Dr.M.S.Haji Sheik Mohammed (Co-PI), Department of Civil Engineering, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai Dr. Dhanya B.S. (Co-PI) Department of Civil Engineering, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Technlogy, Kottayam.  M/S. Vector Corrosion Technologies, Canada, M/S. Radhe Structorepair Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad &  M/S. Trade Winds, Chennai.  2018-202429.80
Influence of Chemical and Mineral Admixtures on the Performance of Galvanized Steel Rebars.Dr. M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed (PI) and Ms. V. Roopa(Co-PI)  Department of Civil Engineering, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai Dr. Sakhiah Abdul Kudus, Dr. Zakiah Ahmad TS., Dr. Nur Kamaliah Mustaffa TS., Dr. Adiza Jamadin Universiti Teknologi Mara, UiTM, MalaysiaCollaborative Research Project under Mutual Funding Scheme2022-202510.59

Research Thrust Areas:

  • Corrosion Protection Materials & Techniques
  • Soil Stabilization
  • Sustainable Construction Materials
  • Seismic Retrofitting of RCC Elements
  • Energy Efficiency in Buildings
  • Application of GIS in Civil Engineering
  • Environmental and Water Resource management
  • Repair & Rehabilitation of Structures

Salient Research Facilities

  • 3 & 5 Ton Servo Controlled Hydraulic Actuator
  • Vibration Analyser with Software
  • 3000kN/1000kN/500kN Compression Testing Machine
  • 1000kN Beam & Column Loading Frame
  • Data Acquisition System
  • Pundit Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) Equipment
  • Potentiostat – Electrochemical Work Station for Corrosion Analysis
  • Resipod Concrete Resistivity Meter
  • Chloride Analyser
  • Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer
  • Standard Penetration Test Apparatus
  • Triaxial and Field Vane Shear Testing Machine
  • Total Station & GPS

Patents

I. Granted

Dr. M.S. Haji Sheik Mohammed, Professor, Department of Civil Engineering was granted an Indian patent for the product “A Synergistic Composition for Inhibiting Corrosion in Reinforced Concrete Structures” in the capacity of Single Inventor. During March 2023. Patent No. 426074.

 

II. Filed/Published

S.No.Invention TitleApplication No.Publication DatePatenteeStatus
1.New Composition and making of Bricks from plant – fibres and waste by Products202041034656 A04.09.2020Dr.J.Revathy
Dr.P.Gajalakshmi
Mr.Mohamed Riyaaz.N.A
Dr.D.S.Vijayan
Dr.A.Rose Enid Teresa
Published
2.Effect of Surface Treatment of Recycled Concrete Aggregate on Properties of Fresh and Hardened Concrete201941054095 A03.01.2020Dr.Kandasamy
Dr.V.Vengatasalapathy
Dr.Syed Ibrahim
Mrs.M.V.V.Thirumuruga Poiyamozhi
Dr.A.K.Kaliluthin
Published
3.Investigating the Effect of Hybrid Nano Materials on the Mechanical Properties and Durability of Concrete201941041653 A01.11.2019Dr.Kandasamy
Dr.V.Vengatasalapathy
Dr.Subash Chandra Bose
Dr.A.K.Kaliluthin
Mr.S.Baskar
Mrs.M.V.V.Thirumuruga Poiyamozhi
Published
4.High Performance of Heedless Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete Panels201941038678 A18.10.2019Dr.Kandasamy
Dr.Subash Chandra Bose
Dr.A.K.Kaliluthin
Mr.A.Manivannan Dr.P.Akila
Published
5.Long term Performance of Freeze-Thaw and Corrosion Resistance of Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete Applications201941035722 A13.09.2019Dr.Kandasamy
Dr.Subash Chandra Bose
Dr.A.K.Kaliluthin
Dr.Syed Ibrahim
Mrs.M.V.V.Thirumuruga Poiyamozhi
Published
6.Design For Earthquake Load Modelling Using Critical Excitation Method201941031691 A16.08.2019Dr.Kandasamy
Dr.Pradeepkumar
Dr.Syed Ibrahim
Dr.A.K.Kaliluthin
Dr.Subash Chandra Bose
Published
7.Innovative Thermal Insulation Technique for Flat Roof Glass Fibre Reinforced Gypsum (GFRG) Panel20174101037224.03.2017Dr.M.S.Haji Sheik MohammedFiled