Mr Siavash Soleimani Amiri

My interests include:

• Developing data monitoring and predictive maintenance strategies for Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) structures
• Exploring non-destructive testing techniques for proactive defect detection in RAAC and other structural materials
• Enhancing the performance and durability of cementitious composites through advanced design, including the integration of nanotechnology
• Conducting sustainability assessments focused on reducing the environmental impact of concrete materials

Current research activity

• Integrated Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) Data Monitoring and Management

• Ghasemi, A., Amiri, S.S., Korayem, A.H., Mirvalad, S. (2022) Investigating the potential of trass-cement binary blend for enhancing microscopic properties, macroscopic performance, and sustainability of cement paste, Construction and Building Materials, 354. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2022.129145
• Ghasemi, A., Amiri, S.S., Mirvalad, S., Korayem, A.H. (2022) Evaluation of the phase composition, microstructure, mechanical performance, and resistance to acid attack of blended cement paste composed of binary trass-cement system, Construction and Building Materials, 333. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2022.127356
• Amini, K., Amiri, S.S., Ghasemi, A., Mirvalad, S., Korayem, A.H. (2021) Evaluation of the dispersion of metakaolin–graphene oxide hybrid in water and cement pore solution: Can metakaolin really improve the dispersion of graphene oxide in the calcium-rich environment of hydrating cement matrix?, RSC Advances, 11, 18623-18636. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D1RA01504D
• Amini, K., Ghasemi, A., Amiri, S.S., Mirvalad, S., Korayem, A.H. (2021) The synergic effects of metakaolin and polycarboxylate-ether on dispersion of graphene oxide in cementitious environments and macro-level properties of graphene oxide modified cement composites, Construction and Building Materials, 270. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2020.121462

My journey in civil engineering began with a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, which I started in 2013 and completed in 2017. I then pursued a Master’s in Structural Engineering, specializing in advanced concrete technology, from 2017 to 2020. My master’s research centred on enhancing concrete performance through innovative use of pozzolans and nanomaterials, blending theoretical insights with practical solutions.

Working in the area of concrete technology and sustainable materials, I am driven to tackle the critical challenges facing civil engineering, particularly with cementitious composites. Throughout my research experience, I have conducted extensive lab work aimed at improving concrete durability and reducing environmental impact, developing mix designs that meet the demands of modern, sustainable infrastructure.

In my PhD, I am specifically working on developing a comprehensive data monitoring and management strategy for RAAC structures. This project aims to proactively detect RAAC defects, optimize maintenance strategies, and extend structural lifespan while minimizing the carbon footprint. My research involves real-time data collection, predictive maintenance modelling, and collaboration with Heathrow Airport Limited, where I am working to integrate these findings into real-world applications.

By bridging academic research with practical implementation, I aim to contribute meaningfully to both industry and academia, promoting resilience, sustainability, and innovation in civil engineering.

External activities

• Reviewer: Journal of Cleaner Production

Key collaborators

• My current research activities are conducted in collaboration with Heathrow Airport Limited (HAL)