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Ongoing Projects

ID	Research Title	Principal Investigator	Research Institution	Awarded Amount in HK$'000	Download
CICR/02/19	BIM-based Rebar Design Optimization and Prefabrication Automation	Dr. Jack CHENG	HKUST	1,087	Abstract
CICR/04/19	BIM-Automation of Gross Floor Area (GFA) Calculation, Fire Safety and Prescribed Checking for General Building Plans (GBP) Preparation	Mr. WONG Chi-pong	Building Information Technology Limited	1,931	Abstract

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CICR/07/14

Feasibility and Implementation Strategy of "No-Saturday-Site-Work" in the Hong Kong Construction Industry

Prof. Y.H. CHIANG

PolyU

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Ongoing Projects

ID	Research Title	Principal Investigator	Research Institution	Awarded Amount in HK$'000	Download
CICR/04/22	Development of Advanced Seismic Design Guidelines for MiC Buildings in Hong Kong and in the Greater Bay Area	Dr. CHAN Tak-ming	PolyU	1,505	Abstract
CICR/03/22	Autonomous Mobile Robot for Material Delivery and Site Inspection	Mr. CHAN Cheung Ho	Shui On	952	Abstract
CICR/01/22	Development of an artificial intelligence rock type classification and fracture state characterization APP for engineering applications	Prof. WONG Ngai Yeun	HKU	1,181	Abstract
CICR/01/21	Study of Artificial Intelligence for Road Surface Depression Detection Using 3D LiDAR Data	Prof. WONG Man-sing	PolyU (Partnering with HyD)	690	Abstract

Completed Projects

ID	Research Title	Principal Investigator	Research Institution	Awarded Amount in HK$'000	Download
CICR/04/20	Application of Maturity Method for Determination of Early-age Concrete Strength in Hong Kong construction industry	Dr. Goman HO	Arup	700	Abstract Reference Materials
CICR/03/18	Smartphone as Next-generation Monitoring Devices for Construction-induced Vibrations and Noise	Prof. ZHU Songye	PolyU	953	Abstract Reference Materials Report
CICR/01/19	Development of Innovative Self-Compacting Backfilling Material for Pavements in Hong Kong Road Network [ITSP Ref: ITP/027/18NP]	Dr. Tomi NISSINEN	NAMI	1,484
CICR/01/18	Modular Integrated Construction for High-rise Buildings in Hong Kong: Supply Chain Identification, Analyses and Establishment	Dr. PAN Wei	HKU	4,952	Reference Materials Market Analysis Report Practical Guide on MIC Adoption Roadmap Report
CICR/01/16	Practical Guidelines for Seismic Design and Rating of Bridges in Hong Kong	Ir Prof. Francis AU	HKU	1,348	Reference Material
CICR/04/15	Full-scale Testing and Numerical Analysis of Innovative Measures for Minimizing Infiltration and Internal Erosion in Soil Slopes due to Leakage from Pressurized Buried Pipes	Prof. ZHANG Li Min	HKUST	1,265	Abstract Report
CICR/02/15	Application of Polygonal High Strength Concrete-filled Composite Column in Seismic-resistant Building in Hong Kong	Dr. CHAN Tak Ming	PolyU	1,413	Abstract Report
CICR/01/14	Quality Control and Quality Assurance of Asphalt Pavement Construction Using Innovative Nondestructive Methods	Dr. LENG Zhen	PolyU	779	Abstract Report
CICR/11/13	Development of Ultra-Ductile Cementitious Waterproofing Rendering by Using Recycled Plastic	Dr. Ivan SHAM	NAMI	1,843	Abstract Report
CICR/09/13	Labour and Cost Efficient Construction Method for Retrofitting RC Columns with FRP	Dr. WU Yu-fei	CityU	909	Abstract Report
CICR/02/13	Practical Guidelines on Seismic Detailing for Concrete Buildings in Hong Kong	Dr. SU Kai Leung	HKU	1,000	Reference Material
CICR/06/12	Development of an Automatic Image Collection and Analysis System for Improving Onsite Construction Productivity	Dr. Y.H. WANG	PolyU	552	Abstract Report
CICR/04/12	Development of High Modulus Concrete for Tall Buildings	Prof. Z.J. LI	HKUST	1,515	Abstract Report
CICR/03/12	Innovative Design Technique for Steel-concrete Composite Structures in Hong Kong	Prof. S.L. CHAN	PolyU	1,362	Abstract Report
CICR/01/12	Adopting Eurocodes by Hong Kong Construction Industry Technical Guide on Effective Design and Construction to European Steel Code	Prof. K.F. CHUNG	PolyU	906	Technical Guide Technical Guide (2nd Ed.)

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ID	Research Title	Principal Investigator	Research Institution	Awarded Amount in HK$'000	Download
CICR/02/20	New Generation green and healthy Jackhammers with Integrated Bio-Inspired Anti-Vibration Handles	Dr. JING Xingjian	PolyU	908	Abstract

Completed Projects

ID	Research Title	Principal Investigator	Research Institution	Awarded Amount in HK$'000	Download
CICR/02/18	Optimal Use of Internet of Things (IoT) Technology to Prevent Failure (Collapse) of Temporary Support System in Construction	Prof. Louis LAM	CHCHE	1,934	Abstract Report
CICR/02/17	Health Profiling of Construction Workers in Hong Kong	Prof. Albert CHAN	PolyU	1,879	Abstract Report
CICR/03/15	A Practical Application of Integrated Micro-Environmental Monitoring System for Construction Sites	Dr. WONG Man-sing	PolyU	835	Abstract Report
CICR/01/15	Waistband Enabled Construction Workers Low Back Health Monitoring System	Prof. LI Heng	PolyU	1,264	Abstract Report
CICR/08/13	Electrical and Mechanical Safety in Construction	Prof. Francis WONG	PolyU	606	Abstract Report
CICR/06/13	Pilot Medical Examination Scheme for Construction Workers	Prof. Albert CHAN	PolyU	563	Abstract Report
CICR/03/13	Gyroscopic Stabilisers for Construction Cranes and Gondolas	Prof. Andrew LEUNG	CityU	1,070	Abstract Report
CICR/02/12	s-Helmet - A Proactive Construction Safety Management System based on Real-time Localisation	Prof. J.N. CAO	PolyU	1,139	Abstract Report

Ongoing Projects

ID	Research Title	Principal Investigator	Research Institution	Awarded Amount in HK$'000	Download
CICR/02/22	iBEAM Unison – Data Unification Platform to Enhance The Integrity of Environmental and Sustainability Data in Design and Construction Processes	Mr. Tim Man Him LO	BEAM Society	3,213	Abstract
CICR/01/20	Smart Design and Development of Vent Protector	Sr Samson WONG	Samson Wong & Associates	1,750	Abstract
CICR/03/19	Promoting the Use of Recycled Aggregates Derived from Demolition Waste in Concrete	Prof. POON Chi-sun	PolyU	2,460	Abstract Report

Completed Projects

ID	Research Title	Principal Investigator	Research Institution	Awarded Amount in HK$'000	Download
CICR/02/16	Thermoelectric Cooling for the Construction of Solid-state Air Conditioner in the Lift	Dr. A.L. Roy VELLAISAMY	CityU	1,118	Abstract Report
CICR/08/14	Hong Kong "Zero Carbon Building Partnership" for Enhancing Public and Stakeholder Engagement	Dr. PAN Wei	HKU	1,508	Abstract Report
CICR/06/14	A Comprehensive Hong Kong Based Carbon Labelling Scheme Covering Emission Intensive Construction Materials	Prof. Thomas NG	HKU	1,000	Abstract Report
CICR/05/14	Retrofitting Existing Building (Energy Efficiency) - A Quantitative Approach	Dr. CHOW Tin-tai	CityU	1,100	Abstract Report
CICR/04/14	Better Utilisation of Ultimate Strength Gain of Concrete with Pozzolanic Materials for Sustainable Development of Construction Works in Hong Kong	Ir Prof. Albert KWAN	Hong Kong Concrete Institute	542	Abstract Report
CICR/03/14	Investigation on the Thermal and Power Performance of Vacuum BIPV Curtain Wall Technology and its Application Potential in Buildings in Hong Kong	Prof. YANG Hongxing	PolyU	1,276	Abstract Report
CICR/02/14	Development of Precast BFRP Grid-Reinforced Geopolymer Sandwich Wall Panels for Green Building Construction	Dr. DAI Jianguo	PolyU	1,265	Abstract Report
CICR/10/13	Cost-Benefit-Analysis (CBA) for Implementing Green Buildings (GB) Promotion Incentives: with Transaction Cost (TCs) Considerations	Prof. Edwin CHAN	PolyU	1,207	Abstract Report
CICR/05/13	Recycling Used Timber Formwork into Lightweight, Thermal-insulating Cement-bonded Particleboards	Dr. Daniel TSANG	PolyU	1,192	Abstract Report
CICR/04/13	A Study of Impact of Building Envelope on Urban Outdoor Thermal Environment	Dr. Minjung MAING	CUHK	990	Conference proceeding
CICR/01/13	Feasibility of Delivering High-rise Low Carbon Buildings in Hong Kong	Dr. PAN Wei	HKU	991	Abstract Report
CICR/05/12	Formulation of Sustainable Trigeneration System Design for High-rise Commercial Buildings in Hong Kong	Dr. Square FONG	CityU	879	Abstract Report