Dr Wenkui Dong

Dr Wenkui Dong

Senior Research Associate


 

Engineering
Civil and Environmental Engineering

Wenkui Dong (wenkui.dong@unsw.edu.au) got a PhD from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) at the end of 2021, and then he worked at the Institute of Construction Materials, TU Dresden before joining the UNSW Sydney in April 2024. Wenkui does research in smart, low-carbon, and sustainable cement materials, pavement materials, CFRP, mineral-impregnated carbon fibre yarns, solid wastes, self-sensing and self-healing concrete, and asphalt materials, structures, and sensors. He published 1 book (Taylor & Francis), 5 book chapters, and more than 60 academic papers, including 47 SCI journal papers (24 of them are named as first author and 11 of them are corresponding/co-corresponding authors, 3 of them were ESI highly cited papers and 85% of them are Q1 journal papers). He is one of the World's Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University (2022, 2023, 2024), an editorial board member for 3 international journals, and guest editor for 2 international journals. The work experience in world-leading research groups at University of Technology Sydney (Australia), Technische Universität Dresden (Germany), UNSW Sydney (Australia) has provided him with a broad international perspective, collaboration, and multicultural working skills.

Location
Civil Engineering Building (H20), UNSW High Street, Kensington, NSW, 2033
  • Book Chapters | 2023
    Dong W; Li W; Liebscher M; Mechtcherine V, 2023, 'Development of Self-sensing Cementitious Composites with Improved Water and Chloride Resistance', in RILEM Bookseries, pp. 499 - 508, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-33187-9_46
    Book Chapters | 2022
    Li W; Dong W; Shah SP, 2022, 'Piezoresistivity of Carbon Black/Cement-Based Sensor Enhanced with Polypropylene Fibre', in RILEM Bookseries, pp. 889 - 899, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-83719-8_76
  • Journal articles | 2024
    Adresi M; Abedi M; Dong W; Yekrangnia M, 2024, 'A review of different types of weigh-in-motion sensors: State-of-the-art', Measurement: Journal of the International Measurement Confederation, 225, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.measurement.2023.114042
    Journal articles | 2024
    Dong W; Gao S; Peng S; Shi L; Shah SP; Li W, 2024, 'Graphene reinforced cement-based triboelectric nanogenerator for efficient energy harvesting in civil infrastructure', Nano Energy, 131, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.nanoen.2024.110380
    Journal articles | 2024
    Karalis G; Zhao J; May M; Liebscher M; Wollny I; Dong W; Köberle T; Tzounis L; Kaliske M; Mechtcherine V, 2024, 'Efficient Joule heaters based on mineral-impregnated carbon-fiber reinforcing grids: An experimental and numerical study on a multifunctional concrete structure as an electrothermal device', Carbon, 222, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.carbon.2024.118898
    Journal articles | 2024
    Lei B; Yu L; Guo Y; Xue H; Wang X; Zhang Y; Dong W; Dehn F; Li W, 2024, 'Triaxial mechanical behaviours and life cycle assessment of sustainable multi-recycled aggregate concrete', Science of the Total Environment, 923, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.171381
    Journal articles | 2024
    Li W; Guo Y; Zhang X; Dong W; Li X; Yu T; Wang K, 2024, 'Development of self-sensing ultra-high-performance concrete using hybrid carbon black and carbon nanofibers', Cement and Concrete Composites, 148, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cemconcomp.2024.105466
    Journal articles | 2023
    Deng Z; Li W; Dong W; Sun Z; Kodikara J; Sheng D, 2023, 'Multifunctional asphalt concrete pavement toward smart transport infrastructure: Design, performance and perspective', Composites Part B: Engineering, 265, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2023.110937
    Journal articles | 2023
    Lei B; Xiong Q; Zhao H; Dong W; Tam VWY; Sun Z; Li W, 2023, 'Performance of asphalt mortar with recycled concrete powder under different filler-to-asphalt weight ratios', Case Studies in Construction Materials, 18, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2023.e01834
    Journal articles | 2023
    Lei B; Yang W; Yan Y; Tang Z; Dong W, 2023, 'Carbon Emission Reduction Evaluation of End-of-Life Buildings Based on Multiple Recycling Strategies', Sustainability (Switzerland), 15, http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su152215711
    Journal articles | 2023
    Lei B; Yang W; Yan Y; Zaland S; Tang Z; Dong W, 2023, 'Carbon-saving benefits of various end-of-life strategies for different types of building structures', Developments in the Built Environment, 16, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.dibe.2023.100264
    Journal articles | 2023
    Lei B; Yu H; Guo Y; Dong W; Liang R; Wang X; Lin X; Wang K; Li W, 2023, 'Fracture behaviours of sustainable multi-recycled aggregate concrete under combined compression-shear loading', Journal of Building Engineering, 72, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2023.106382
    Journal articles | 2023
    Li H; Yang J; Wang L; Li L; Xia Y; Köberle T; Dong W; Zhang N; Yang B; Mechtcherine V, 2023, 'Multiscale assessment of performance of limestone calcined clay cement (LC3) reinforced with virgin and recycled carbon fibers', Construction and Building Materials, 406, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2023.133228
    Journal articles | 2023
    Lin X; Li W; Guo Y; Dong W; Castel A; Wang K, 2023, 'Biochar-cement concrete toward decarbonisation and sustainability for construction: Characteristic, performance and perspective', Journal of Cleaner Production, 419, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2023.138219
    Journal articles | 2023
    Wang C; Jin Z; Li J; Dong W; Chen R; Yang Y; Chen Y; Wang D; Pang B, 2023, 'Experimental study on early shrinkage and later expansion of concrete under a simulated geothermal environment', Journal of Building Engineering, 72, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2023.106493
    Journal articles | 2023
    Wang C; Jin Z; Liu G; Dong W; Pang B; Ding X, 2023, 'Mechanisms of chloride transport in low carbon marine concrete: An alkali-activated slag system with high limestone powder', Journal of Building Engineering, 72, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2023.106539
    Journal articles | 2023
    Wang C; Jin Z; Pang B; Li J; Dong W; Chen R, 2023, 'Experimental study of delayed ettringite formation under geothermal high-temperature environment', Journal of Building Engineering, 78, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2023.107519
    Journal articles | 2023
    Wang T; Faßbender S; Dong W; Schulze C; Oeser M; Liu P, 2023, 'Sensitive surface layer: A review on conductive and piezoresistive pavement materials with carbon-based additives', Construction and Building Materials, 387, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2023.131611
    Journal articles | 2022
    Dong W; Li W; Guo Y; Qu F; Wang K; Sheng D, 2022, 'Piezoresistive performance of hydrophobic cement-based sensors under moisture and chloride-rich environments', Cement and Concrete Composites, 126, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cemconcomp.2021.104379
    Journal articles | 2022
    Dong W; Li W; Guo Y; Sun Z; Qu F; Liang R; Shah SP, 2022, 'Application of intrinsic cement-based sensor for traffic detections of human motion and vehicle speed', Construction and Building Materials, 355, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2022.129130
    Journal articles | 2022
    Dong W; Li W; Guo Y; Wang K; Sheng D, 2022, 'Mechanical properties and piezoresistive performances of intrinsic graphene nanoplate/cement-based sensors subjected to impact load', Construction and Building Materials, 327, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2022.126978
    Journal articles | 2022
    Dong W; Li W; Sun Z; Ibrahim I; Sheng D, 2022, 'Intrinsic graphene/cement-based sensors with piezoresistivity and superhydrophobicity capacities for smart concrete infrastructure', Automation in Construction, 133, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.autcon.2021.103983
    Journal articles | 2022
    Dong W; Li W; Wang K; Shah SP; Sheng D; Zhao C, 2022, 'Multifunctional cementitious composites with integrated self-sensing and self-healing capacities using carbon black and slaked lime', Ceramics International, 48, pp. 19851 - 19863, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ceramint.2022.03.260
    Journal articles | 2022
    Guo Y; Li W; Dong W; Luo Z; Qu F; Yang F; Wang K, 2022, 'Self-sensing performance of cement-based sensor with carbon black and polypropylene fibre subjected to different loading conditions', Journal of Building Engineering, 59, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2022.105003
    Journal articles | 2022
    Guo Y; Li W; Dong W; Wang K; He X; Vessalas K; Sheng D, 2022, 'Self-sensing cement-based sensors with superhydrophobic and self-cleaning capacities after silane-based surficial treatments', Case Studies in Construction Materials, 17, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2022.e01311
    Journal articles | 2022
    Li W; Dong W; Guo Y; Wang K; Shah SP, 2022, 'Advances in multifunctional cementitious composites with conductive carbon nanomaterials for smart infrastructure', Cement and Concrete Composites, 128, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cemconcomp.2022.104454
    Journal articles | 2022
    Li W; Qu F; Dong W; Mishra G; Shah SP, 2022, 'A comprehensive review on self-sensing graphene/cementitious composites: A pathway toward next-generation smart concrete', Construction and Building Materials, 331, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2022.127284
    Journal articles | 2021
    Dong W; Guo Y; Sun Z; Tao Z; Li W; Zhao C, 2021, 'Development of piezoresistive cement-based sensor using recycled waste glass cullets coated with carbon nanotubes', Journal of Cleaner Production, 314, pp. 127968, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2021.127968
    Journal articles | 2021
    Dong W; Li W; Shen L; Zhang S; Vessalas K; Zhao C, 2021, 'Integrated self-sensing and self-healing cementitious composite with microencapsulation of nano-carbon black and slaked lime', Materials Letters, 282, pp. 128834, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2020.128834
    Journal articles | 2021
    Dong W; Li W; Tao Z, 2021, 'A comprehensive review on performance of cementitious and geopolymeric concretes with recycled waste glass as powder, sand or cullet', Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 172, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.resconrec.2021.105664
    Journal articles | 2021
    Dong W; Li W; Vessalas K; He X; Sun Z; Sheng D; Zhao C, 2021, 'Piezoresistivity deterioration of smart graphene nanoplate/cement-based sensors subjected to sulphuric acid attack', Composites Communications, 23, pp. 100563, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.coco.2020.100563
    Journal articles | 2021
    Dong W; Li W; Zhu X; Sheng D; Shah SP, 2021, 'Multifunctional cementitious composites with integrated self-sensing and hydrophobic capacities toward smart structural health monitoring', Cement and Concrete Composites, 118, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cemconcomp.2021.103962
    Journal articles | 2021
    Qu F; Li W; Dong W; Tam VWY; Yu T, 2021, 'Durability deterioration of concrete under marine environment from material to structure: A critical review', Journal of Building Engineering, 35, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jobe.2020.102074
    Journal articles | 2020
    Dong W; Li W; Guo Y; He X; Sheng D, 2020, 'Effects of silica fume on physicochemical properties and piezoresistivity of intelligent carbon black-cementitious composites', Construction and Building Materials, 259, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2020.120399
    Journal articles | 2020
    Dong W; Li W; Luo Z; Guo Y; Wang K; Zhao C, 2020, 'Effect of layer-distributed carbon nanotube (CNT) on mechanical and piezoresistive performance of intelligent cement-based sensor', Nanotechnology, 31, pp. 505503, http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1361-6528/abb503
    Journal articles | 2020
    Dong W; Li W; Luo Z; Long G; Vessalas K; Sheng D, 2020, 'Structural response monitoring of concrete beam under flexural loading using smart carbon black/cement-based sensors', Smart Materials and Structures, 29, http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1361-665X/ab7fef
    Journal articles | 2020
    Dong W; Li W; Shen L; Sun Z; Sheng D, 2020, 'Piezoresistivity of smart carbon nanotubes (CNTs) reinforced cementitious composite under integrated cyclic compression and impact', Composite Structures, 241, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compstruct.2020.112106
    Journal articles | 2020
    Dong W; Li W; Wang K; Luo Z; Sheng D, 2020, 'Self-sensing capabilities of cement-based sensor with layer-distributed conductive rubber fibres', Sensors and Actuators A: Physical, 301, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.sna.2019.111763
    Journal articles | 2020
    Li W; Dong W; Shen L; Castel A; Shah SP, 2020, 'Conductivity and piezoresistivity of nano-carbon black (NCB) enhanced functional cement-based sensors using polypropylene fibres', Materials Letters, 270, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.matlet.2020.127736
    Journal articles | 2020
    Xiao J; Qu W; Jiang H; Dong W, 2020, 'Three-Dimensional Fractal Characterization of Concrete Surface Subjected to Sulfuric Acid Attacks', Journal of Nondestructive Evaluation, 39, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10921-020-00689-y
    Journal articles | 2019
    Dong W; Li W; Lu N; Qu F; Vessalas K; Sheng D, 2019, 'Piezoresistive behaviours of cement-based sensor with carbon black subjected to various temperature and water content', Composites Part B: Engineering, 178, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.compositesb.2019.107488
    Journal articles | 2019
    Dong W; Li W; Shen L; Sheng D, 2019, 'Piezoresistive behaviours of carbon black cement-based sensors with layer-distributed conductive rubber fibres', Materials and Design, 182, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.matdes.2019.108012
    Journal articles | 2019
    Long G; Li L; Li W; Ma K; Dong W; Bai C; Zhou JL, 2019, 'Enhanced mechanical properties and durability of coal gangue reinforced cement-soil mixture for foundation treatments', Journal of Cleaner Production, 231, pp. 468 - 482, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.05.210
    Journal articles | 2018
    Lu ZH; Li H; Li W; Zhao YG; Dong W, 2018, 'An empirical model for the shear strength of corroded reinforced concrete beam', Construction and Building Materials, 188, pp. 1234 - 1248, http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.08.123
  • Conference Papers | 2023
    Dong WK; Li WG; Lin XQ; Shah SP, 2023, 'Investigation on Superhydrophobicity and Piezoresistivity of Self-sensing Cement-Based Sensors Using Silane Surface Treatment', in Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, pp. 17 - 22, http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3330-3_3

1. SynerCrete23 conference, Best Paper Award, RILEM, 2023  (3 out of 300+ participants);

2. Highly Cited Paper by Clarivate "Cem. Concr. Compos., 2022, 126: 104379", Web of Science, 2022;

3. World's Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University (2022, 2023, 2024);

4. Highly Cited Paper by Clarivate "J. Build. Eng., 2021, 35: 102074", Web of Science, 2021;

5. UTS Outstanding Graduate and Research Excellent Award-Winner, University of Technology Sydney, 2021; (Top 1%) 

6. UTS Post Thesis Award, University of Technology Sydney, 2021; (Top 5%)

7. Chinese Government Award for Outstanding Student Overseas, Chinese Government, 2021; (Top 1%)

8. Highly Cited Paper by Clarivate 'Sensors and Actuators A: Physical, 2020, 301: 111763', Web of Science, 2020.