Civil and Environmental Engineering

graphic produced by Earthquakes CanadaEarthquakes that occurred in Canada over 30 days are shown in a graphic produced by Earthquakes Canada. A 3.9 magnitude earthquake was reported on Feb. 18 near Arctic Bay, Nunavut.

Research aims to minimize earthquake devastation

Windsor engineering researchers are leading a project to help Canada mitigate the loss of life and financial ruin caused by large-scale earthquakes.

Sreekanta Das looking over concrete structure in labIn UWindsor’s structures lab, one of the largest in Canada, Sreekanta Das’s team will develop a loadbearing, narrow, concrete beam that fits with prefabricated insulated light-gauge steel wall panels.

Team engineering better rebar for concrete construction

Professor Sreekanta Das has partnered with industry to develop structures using corrosion-resistant building rebar made from volcanic rock.

Rupp CarriveauRupp Carriveau is the co-creator and leader of the international Offshore Energy and Storage Society, which exchanges ideas and fosters collaborations that will propel the integration of renewable energy and storage technologies.

Professor helping birth the next generation of energy storage

A UWindsor professor has spearheaded the creation of an international cluster of researchers in offshore energy and storage.