Overview:
The Concrete Canoe Laboratory’s primary aim is to provide students with a unique opportunity to implement their theoretical knowledge by constructing a canoe composed entirely of concrete. This laboratory offers a holistic learning experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, thereby enhancing students’ comprehension of concrete technology, structural design, and project management while simultaneously fostering innovation and creativity in engineering solutions. Additionally, participation in Canoe competitions cultivates camaraderie among peers within the field of civil engineering while promoting healthy competition at the same time.
Vision:
Envision a future where women in civil engineering excel as pioneers and leaders in the innovative design and construction of concrete canoes. Our vision is to empower and inspire a diverse community of engineers through knowledge, training, and ethical values, contributing to the evolution of academia and industry with a commitment to excellence.
Mission:
- Provide a value-based education that equips individuals with the skills and knowledge essential for achieving a sustainable competitive edge in the realm of concrete canoe design and construction.
- Impart the specialized skills required for a successful career in the concrete canoeing field, emphasizing the understanding of the role and responsibility in addressing fundamental social needs through engineering innovation.
- Nurture professionalism by creating a continuously counseled and mentored environment within the Concrete Canoe Lab, fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and ethical conduct.
- Inculcate a culture of research and consultancy among students, encouraging exploration and innovation in concrete canoe design, materials, and construction techniques, thereby contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.
Objectives:
- The Concrete Canoe Lab aims to be a dynamic and progressive center that not only imparts technical expertise but also contributes to the overall growth and development of students in alignment with the department’s vision and mission.
In-charge
Name: Mr. Ramgopal. L
Designation: Assistant Professor
Email Id: ramgopalce@svecw.edu.in
Mobile No: 8148638402
Areas of Interest: Concrete Technology, Concrete Materials, Light weight Concrete, Sustainable Construction Materials
Academic Projects [Ongoing]
A.Y 2023- 2024 – Ongoing Final year project titled “Eco – friendly concrete Boats for sustainable aquaculture”
| S.No. | Regd No. | Name | Faculty |
| 1 | 20B01A0146 | RAYAPUREDDY TEJASWI | Mr.L.Ramgopal |
| 2 | 20B01A0106 | BAYI SOWMYA SRI | |
| 3 | 20B01A0119 | ILLURI SATYA PRANEETHA | |
| 4 | 20B01A0129 | KUSAM ROSHINI REDDY | |
| 5 | 20B01A0136 | PADARAPAKA MAHESWARI SATYA |
The project study on “Eco-friendly Lightweight Concrete Boats for Sustainable Aquaculture” attempts to transform aquaculture vessel building by using lightweight concrete materials into boat design. The study aims to investigate the mechanical characteristics, buoyancy, and durability of these lightweight concrete compositions in order to ensure structural integrity and a less environmental imprint. The research also investigates improved construction techniques and sustainable additives to improve corrosion and saltwater exposure resistance. The environmental impact assessment of lightweight concrete boats will be carried out to confirm the ecological benefits of the solution.
This study adds vital insights to sustainable aquaculture by merging multidisciplinary viewpoints from materials engineering, marine technology, and environmental science. The eco-friendly lightweight concrete boats not only provide an environmentally responsible alternative for aquaculture operations but also pave the way for a greener future in marine industries. To provide a sustainable environment for future generations mainly in case of marine industries to mitigate pollution and increase healthy habitat. Concrete boats mainly concentrate on environment- friendly concrete Material to provide ecological balance in the aquaculture.
Previous Project Works
| DESCRIPTION | WAKA | WAKA 1.0* & 2.0 | KANU | AIKYAM | CANOA* |
| DIMENSIONS | LENGTH – 3.2M BEAM WIDTH – 0.62M DRAFT – 0.54M THICKNESS – 0.04M | LENGTH – 1.95M BEAM WIDTH – 0.47M DRAFT – 0.5M THICKNESS – 0.04M | LENGTH – 1.97M BEAM WIDTH – 0.5M DRAFT – 0.45M THICKNESS – 0.025M | LENGTH – 2.1M BEAM WIDTH – 0.69M DRAFT – 0.4M THICKNESS – 0.04M | LENGTH – 2M BEAM WIDTH – 0.61M DRAFT – 0.38M THICKNESS – 0.02M |
| PADDLER | DOUBLE (MAX 4) | SINGLE | SINGLE | SINGLE | SINGLE (MAX 2) |
| MATERIALS | CEMENT, FLYASH, CENOSPHERE, METAKOLIN 4MM REBARS AS REINFORCEMENT | CEMENT, FLYASH, CENOSPHERE, METAKOLIN, GLASS FIBRE MESH REINFORCEMENT | CEMENT, FLYASH, CENOSPHERE, GGBS, GLASS FIBRE MESH REINFORCEMENT | CEMENT, ALUMINIM POWDER LIME POLYPROPYLENE FIBRES | CEMENT FLY ASH CENOSPHERE CFRP SHEET AS MAIN REINFORCEMENT POLYPROPYLENE FIBRES |
| HULL SHAPE | FLAT BOTTOM SQUARE ARCH HULL | ROUND BOTTOM HULL | FLAT BOTTOM HULL | DEEP VEE HULL | FLAT BOTTOM HULL |
| MIX DESIGN | M20 | M20 | M30 (PACKING DENSITY MODEL) | M30 (PACKING DENSITY MODEL) | M30 (PACKING DENSITY MODEL) |
| MODELLING TOOL | CAD & STAAD PRO | MAXSURF MODELER & STABILIZER | AUTOCAD & STAD PRO | BEARBOAT SP | MAXSURF MODELER & STABILIZER |
| MOULD | MALE MOULD, WOOD MATERIAL | MALE MOULD, CLAY MUD, THERMOCOL MATERIAL | MALE MOULD, CEMENT MORTAR MATERIAL | MALE MOULD, CLAY MUD AND THERMOCOL MATERIAL | MALE MOULD, CEMENT MORTAR MATERIAL |
Students Benefitted
Faculty Mentors
- Mr. Ramgopal. L – Assistant Professor
- Dr. Pala Gireesh Kumar – Professor
- Mrs. P. Lavanya – Assistant Professor
Outcomes
STARTUP UNDER INCUBATION:
iTIC BUILD Winners
CONCRETE CANOE (TEAM WAKA) have been selected as one of the 75 winners of the BUILD program organized by IIT Hyderabad Technology Incubation Centre (iTIC) from the Civil Engineering department of SVECW(A). The Teams will get a seed money of one lakh rupees to produce an industry-ready prototype.
Brief: Creating eco-friendly, cost-effective concrete canoe which can incorporate sustainable and recycled materials, reducing their environmental impact. They are non-combustible, providing an added safety benefit over wooden boats, which are susceptible to fire hazards.
Team Members
S.No. | Regd No. | Name |
1 | 20B01A0146 | RAYAPUREDDY TEJASWI |
2 | 20B01A0106 | BAYI SOWMYA SRI |
3 | 20B01A0119 | ILLURI SATYA PRANEETHA |
4 | 20B01A0129 | KUSAM ROSHINI REDDY |
5 | 20B01A0136 | PADARAPAKA MAHESWARI SATYA |
Competitions
| S.No | Name of the Competition | Date | List of Students participated | Year | Remarks |
| 1 | Concrete Canoe Carnival Challenege 2k24 @ VIT, Bhimavaram | 07-03-2024 | 1. K. Lakshmi Sowmya 2. P. Anvitha 3. N. Meghana 4. K. Yamini 5. K.Srivalli 6. M. Divya 7. B. V. Anusha 8. P. Leela Priya 9. T. Ramya Sri Durga 10. S.Bhuvana Deepika 11. D. Vasudha 12. V. Srija 13. K. Lakshmi Prasanna 14. A. Kusumanjali | III Year | Best Paper Presentations |
| 1. S. Vijaya Varshini 2. V. Jahnavi Kanaka Vallika 3. D. Prasanna Lakshmi 4. G. Sravani 5. P. Jyothi Malleswari 6. K. Hema Anvitha 7. Ch. Mounica 8. G. Harika Naga Durga 9. K. Kanaka Durga 10. K. Yukta Nandini 11. Y. Pujitha 12. D. Sowjanya Lakshmi Priya 13. M. Sudha 14. M. Sireesha 15. P. Dharani 16. L. Bindu 17. N. Harshitha Sai Pushpa Devi | II Year | Best Paddler Award | |||
| 2 | National Concrete Canoe Competition 2k23 @ SVECW, Bhimavaram | 02-08-2023 | 1. R. Tejaswi 2. M. Binathi 3. Ch. Poojitha 4. V. Lahari 5. S. Pavitra Sri Bindu 6. N. P. Lasya Sree 7. K. V. Rohitha 8. B. Sowmya Sri 9. I. Praneetha 10. K. Roshini Reddy 11. P. L. Chandrika 12. G Sravani 13. K N V H Sri Bindu 14. P. Maheswari Satya 15. A.L.M.V. Sowjanya | III Years | First Prize |
| 3 | IIT Madras PALS Innovah | 24-03-2023 | 1. Boddani Suvarna Kusum Yadav 2. Mittapalli Binathi 3. Nadimpalli Purnima Lasya Sree 4. Rayapureddy Tejaswi | III years | Final Phase Certification |
| 4 | National Level Technical Fest 2022 at Bapatla Engineering College (Bapatla) | 10-09-2022 | 1. Ainapurapu L M V Sowjanya Sri 2. Bolleddu Dedeepya 3. Kaigala Sri Lakshmi Jyothi 4. Rayapureddy Tejaswi | III Year | First Prize at Contemplate |
| 5 | Project Expo2022 at SASI Institute of Technology Tadepalligudem (SITE) | 04-11-2022 | 1. Boddani Suvarna Kusum Yadav 2. Mittapalli Binathi 3. Nadimpalli Purnima Lasya Sree 4. Chinthakayala Poojitha | III Years | First Prize at Project Expo |
| 6 | Srishti -2022 8th National Level Technical Project Exhibition & Competition Saintgits College of Engineering (Autonomous) Kottayam, Kerala | 25 & 26 April 2022 | 1. Nagubandi Vidhya Sri Purna 2. Madhunika 3. Yakkala Rupa Srujana Sindhura 4. Talapanti Harika Sravani 5. S. Krishna Lakshmi Dwarakamai 6. L.K.P.Prasanthi 7. V.Bhavitha 8. J. Mayuri 9. Dasari Sai Keerthi Priya | III Year & IV year | Participation Certificate |
Activities
Oragnized National Concrete Canoe Competition (NCCC) – Aug 2, 2023. The National Concrete Canoe Competition is the first-ever concrete canoe competition in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana’s history. This competition is exclusively for female civil engineers.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from 10 teams hailing from renowned institutions across the state. Each team brought their distinctive approach to the competition, showcasing a diverse range of canoe designs and construction techniques.
