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MISSION
The CRIB aims to innovate scientifically and technologically, improve concrete infrastructure and train transdisciplinary specialists.
The Research Center on Concrete Infrastructure (CRIB) is a strategic group that works to develop, disseminate and transfer knowledge for the construction and repair of concrete infrastructure.
It aims to develop technologies to improve the lifespan of infrastructures as well as to determine the financial, social and environmental costs linked to the construction or maintenance of concrete infrastructures.
Since its creation in 1982, the Concrete Infrastructure Research Center has continued to evolve from year to year in order to respond to the needs of Quebec society.
Initially bringing together a few researchers from two universities, the Center has, over the years, added research disciplines as well as a multitude of members. Its expertise lies in engineering, architecture, finance and geology. First created by the union of two universities, the CRIB today has seven member universities in Quebec and forges links with international experts.
375
students trained annually
32
active researchers
7
member university
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Innovative materials
for the design of high-performance, eco-responsible and sustainable concrete
The research focuses on:
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New binders and cementitious additions;
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Optimal use of granular resources for concrete;
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New concretes and other innovative cementitious composites;
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Engineering of innovative works in the mining sector;
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Durability and extension of the lifespan of the material.
Design
hybrid and multi-scale structures
The research focuses on:
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Eco-responsible design;
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Multi-scale design of materials by optimization of their micromechanical properties;
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The development of innovative structural elements;
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Prefabricated and modular construction.
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Sustainable management
built heritage and smart cities
The research focuses on:
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Integrated characterization, monitoring and analysis of the current and future condition of concrete structures;
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Avant-garde technologies for the preservation, restoration and upgrading of concrete structures;
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Advanced decision support tools to optimize performance;
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The transdisciplinary design of infrastructure and cities;
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Sustainable development through the study of the carbon footprint, life cycle analysis and the circular economy.
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The Center has adopted an open management structure including its student committee, industrial players in its orientation council, as well as its faculty within the board of directors, in order to aim for excellence in each of the decisions taken.
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The research focuses on:
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New binders and cementitious additions;
-
Optimal use of granular resources for concrete;
-
New concretes and other innovative cementitious composites;
-
Engineering of innovative works in the mining sector;
-
Durability and extension of the lifespan of the material.
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The research focuses on:
-
New binders and cementitious additions;
-
Optimal use of granular resources for concrete;
-
New concretes and other innovative cementitious composites;
-
Engineering of innovative works in the mining sector;
-
Durability and extension of the lifespan of the material.
1
The research focuses on:
-
New binders and cementitious additions;
-
Optimal use of granular resources for concrete;
-
New concretes and other innovative cementitious composites;
-
Engineering of innovative works in the mining sector;
-
Durability and extension of the lifespan of the material.
1
The research focuses on:
-
New binders and cementitious additions;
-
Optimal use of granular resources for concrete;
-
New concretes and other innovative cementitious composites;
-
Engineering of innovative works in the mining sector;
-
Durability and extension of the lifespan of the material.