Novel methods of demolition waste recognition and classification

About this position

Pictus PhD Fellowship Programme

Czech Technical University in Prague – International PhD Programme (PICTUS) will recruit 8 students (see Eligibility criteria below) for a full 48-month employment contract and enroll them in a specific PhD course. Candidates should prepare their own research proposal from the List of topics for the 2nd Call .

Application form should be filled and all required documents uploaded using the dedicated electronic form.

helpdesk: pictus@cvut.cz

Guide for Applicants

Description:

Novel Methods of Demolition Waste Recognition and Classification is a project focused on the development of innovative approaches for real-time recognition and classification of construction and demolition waste, aiming to significantly contribute to the advancement of the circular economy. The project proposes a multimodal sensing framework that combines cameras operating in visible and infrared spectra (NIR/SWIR), along with LiDAR-based 3D scanning and Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensors, to enable robust material identification directly in non-laboratory, real-world environments. The acquired data will be processed using advanced machine learning techniques optimized for accuracy, robustness, and low computational requirements to support real-time deployment.

In addition to the sensing and data processing components, the project also addresses the design of efficient material sorting technologies, including optimized illumination, mechanical handling, and integration into existing demolition and recycling workflows, ultimately delivering a comprehensive system for improved resource recovery and reduced environmental impact.

Secondment:

Manchester Metropolitan University, prof. Moi Hoon Yap