PUNE CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING RESEARCH FOUNDATION (PCERF)

R&D Initiatives & Technological Breakthroughs

PCERF has indigenously initiated several high-impact research projects focusing on sustainable materials, structural safety, IoT monitoring, and artificial intelligence in construction engineering.

Estimation of Concrete Strength by Maturity Meter
Estimation of Concrete Strength by Maturity Meter

Real-time, non-destructive insight into concrete performance from fresh casting to hardened strength.

Hydraulic Driven Detention Period Optimization for Sewerage System
Hydraulic Driven Detention Period Optimization for Sewerage System

Optimizing aeration tank detention period using dynamic hydraulic adjustment within the pipeline.

Eco-Bricks Manufactured from Recycled C&D Waste
Eco-Bricks Manufactured from Recycled C&D Waste

Sustainable high-value building material transforming up to 90% C&D waste into durable eco-bricks.

Smart Safety Headgear for Construction Workers
Smart Safety Headgear for Construction Workers

IoT-enabled helmets for real-time hazard monitoring, fall detection, and instant alarm alerts on site.

Automated Vision-Based Site Monitoring & Analysis
Automated Vision-Based Site Monitoring & Analysis

AI-driven platform using computer vision, ML, and drones for real-time verifiable construction monitoring.

Polysand Brick
Polysand Brick

Innovative sustainable bricks made from waste plastic and aggregates — eco-friendly, durable, and cost-effective.

Eco Geocrete: Low-Density Geopolymer Concrete
Eco Geocrete: Low-Density Geopolymer Concrete

A lightweight, low-carbon alternative to Portland cement for kerbstones, paving blocks, and spacers.