MUMBAI, India, April 17 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641043464 A) filed by Sr University, Warangal, Telangana, on April 6, for 'a sustainable composite mix design for enhancing flexible pavement strength using industrial and construction waste materials.'
Inventor(s) include Shaik Riyaz Khureshi; and Dr. Ketan Kumar Nandi.
The application for the patent was published on April 17, under issue no. 16/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses a sustainable composite mix design for enhancing the strength and durability of flexible pavements using industrial and construction waste materials. The mix incorporates materials such as fly ash, plastic waste, recycled aggregates, and slag to improve mechanical properties and reduce environmental impact. The invention provides a systematic methodology for material selection, proportioning, mixing, and testing, ensuring optimal performance. The proposed solution promotes sustainability, reduces resource consumption, and offers a cost-effective alternative for modern road construction."
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