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IRC Highway Research Board Archival Database
GRRR-2024-1100-A01•Proforma A: OngoingSection 1100
Vol. 72 (2023–24)

AI-Based Dynamic Traffic Signal Optimization for High-Density Urban Corridors

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi & CSIR-CRRI
Author:Dr. A. K. Swaminathan et al.

Field trials on adaptive signal cycle algorithms yielding 18.4% reduction in peak-hour intersection delays along NH-48 feeder arterial roads.

IRC Impact: Proposed inputs for revision of IRC:SP:43 (Signal Design Guidelines).
GRRR-2024-2200-B04•Proforma B: CompletedSection 2200
Vol. 72 (2023–24)

Long-Term Rutting and Fatigue Performance of Crumb Rubber Modified Bitumen (CRMB-55)

CSIR - Central Road Research Institute (CRRI), New Delhi
Author:Prof. S. R. Sharma & Pavement Division

Comprehensive 5-year accelerated pavement testing evaluating viscoelastic properties and permanent deformation resistance under extreme tropical temperatures.

IRC Impact: Formulated recommendations for IRC:SP:53 and IRC:37 fatigue strain criteria.
GRRR-2023-3100-C12•Proforma C: ThesisSection 3100
Vol. 71 (2022–23)

Development of Low-Carbon Roller Compacted Concrete Pavements Utilizing Alkali-Activated Slag

IIT Roorkee - Department of Civil Engineering
Author:Er. Rajesh V. (Ph.D. Scholar) / Guided by Dr. B. N. Roy

Investigation of industrial slag-based geopolymer binders achieving 40 MPa 28-day compressive strength with 62% lower embodied carbon for rural low-volume roads.

IRC Impact: Submitted for committee evaluation under IRC:SP:62 rural rigid pavement norms.
GRRR-2023-4100-B09•Proforma B: CompletedSection 4100
Vol. 71 (2022–23)

Real-Time Scour Depth Telemetry and Pier Stabilization for Braided Himalayan River Bridges

National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar & NHIDCL
Author:Dr. M. K. Baruah, Joint Research Cell

Acoustic and sonar-based sensor monitoring of bridge foundations under extreme monsoonal flood discharges with sacrificial collar riprap design.

IRC Impact: Incorporated in IRC:78 Foundation code discussion papers.
GRRR-2022-2100-D03•Proforma D: Industry R&DSection 2100
Vol. 70 (2021–22)

Co-Extruded Geogrid Reinforcement over High-Compressibility Marine Clays in Coastal Expressways

L&T Infrastructure Engineering & PWD Maharashtra
Author:Er. Vikram Joshi & Highway Engineering Group

Field evaluation of basal geogrid mattress and prefabricated vertical drains (PVD) to mitigate differential post-construction settlement on 12-lane coastal embankment.

IRC Impact: Best practice field documentation for IRC:113 Soil Reinforcement guidelines.
GRRR-2022-5100-A08•Proforma A: OngoingSection 5100
Vol. 70 (2021–22)

Machine Vision-Based Driver Drowsiness and Speed Compliance Auditing on Expressways

IIT Bombay - Transportation Systems Engineering
Author:Dr. Preeti Deshmukh et al.

Computer-vision edge computing camera deployments on access-controlled highways to detect erratic lane wandering and speed variation patterns in night freight traffic.

IRC Impact: Evaluated by IRC Highway Safety Committee (H-8).