Project Title: Synergist Development of Construction and Demolition Waste - Cement Based 3D Printing: Instituting Value Addition and Bulk Utilization of Construction and Demolition Waste

Dr. Vishakha Sakhare, Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering along with CO-PI Dr. Ganesh Borikar and Mr. Snehal Kolekar, Mechanical Department, received a research grant from Pune Construction Engineering Research Foundation (PCERF) wroth 7.58 lac. (2024-2026) focusing on Sustainable utilization of Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste for Cement Based 3D Printing.

The current technical gap in the bulk utilization of C&D waste as sustainable raw material for value-added industrial use highlights the need for innovative processing options, and targeted market demand. Considering the quantum of C&D waste generation a progression for the collection, segregation, and processing is required. To promote the use of C&D waste as one of value-added option for innovative 3D printing technology as a targeted application, is emphasized in this project.

Project 2

Project Title: Development of a Testbed for an Intelligent Hydroponic System under the CSR Funds from Schlumberger

The AI Testbed for Hydroponic System is designed to integrate artificial intelligence with controlled-environment agriculture. It enables real-time monitoring and optimization of plant growth parameters such as pH, EC, temperature, and humidity. The system uses sensors and predictive algorithms to automate nutrient delivery and environmental control. This testbed serves as a research and development platform for sustainable, data-driven hydroponic farming.

Project 3

Project Title: Utilization of Non-edible Deoiled Cakes for Environmental Sustainability

Research Project Funded by DST- Delhi worth Rs 50 Lacs.

Principal Investigator: Dr. Minal Deshmukh

The research project of worth 50 lacs funded by DST Delhi under young scientist scheme aligned with the SDG goals affordable clean energy and climate action. To develop a zero-waste process for waste management by converting nonedible deoiled cakes into bioethanol and organic manure. The bioethanol is tested as blending fuel with gasoline and diesel successfully. This research work will be beneficial farmers, labourers, artisans, women, youth, and industrial workers. It contributes for enhanced agro-economy through value addition from agro-waste. And produced bioethanol at a cost-effective rate of RS 36/L. Future Scope of this research is optimization of large-scale production, environmental impact analysis with integration of technological innovations for scalability.

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