Abhaysinha Gunvantrao Shelake

@mitwpu.edu.in

Assistant Professor
Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, Pune

Abhaysinha Gunvantrao Shelake


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EDUCATION

Ph.D. (Civil Engineering)

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Engineering, Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality, Civil and Structural Engineering
13

Scopus Publications

146

Scholar Citations

6

Scholar h-index

5

Scholar i10-index

Scopus Publications

  • Comprehensive Review on Rehabilitation Strategies for Indian Bridge Infrastructure
    Darshan Nilapwar, Abhaysinha Gunvantrao Shelake, Pravin Raghunath Minde
    Journal of Structural Design and Construction Practice, 2026
    This paper underscores the critical role of bridges in India’s transportation network and highlights the pressing need for effective rehabilitation strategies to address their aging infrastructure. With over 200 bridges exceeding 75 years of age, the transportation network urgently requires proactive rehabilitation efforts. While government initiatives like Setu Bharatam aim to tackle this challenge, the current approaches remain inadequate and largely reactive. This review delves into various rehabilitation strategies, including repair, replacement, retrofitting, and reconstruction, examining their materials, methodologies, and specific applications. It emphasizes that the selection of an appropriate strategy should be tailored to the unique defects and conditions of each bridge. By categorizing common defects in aging bridges and aligning them with suitable rehabilitation methods, the study offers a systematic framework to enhance the safety, durability, and longevity of bridge infrastructure. Furthermore, a comparative analysis of materials and techniques highlights the strengths and limitations of each approach, advocating for a structured and proactive strategy that prioritizes cost-effectiveness and safety. The paper concludes by providing recommendations for the optimal application of rehabilitation methods, addressing the specific challenges faced in the Indian context.
  • An integrated risk prioritization and determination of activity-wise delay (IRPAD) framework for enhancing schedule management in tunnel projects
    Abhaysinha Gunvantrao Shelake, Nivedita Gunesh Gogate
    Engineering Construction and Architectural Management, 2026
    PurposeThis study aims to develop a comprehensive framework for addressing delays in tunnel construction projects by leveraging predictable risk factors. Tunnel projects often encounter scheduling delays due to inherent complexities and uncertainties, necessitating a proactive approach to prevent project underperformance.Design/methodology/approachThe integrated risk prioritization and determination of activity-wise delay (IRPAD) framework is divided into four phases: identification and prioritization of risk factors, determination of activity-wise risk coefficients using MCDM-based methodology, obtaining the critical risk path, and developing an activity-wise risk matrix. Fault tree analysis (FTA) and event tree analysis (ETA) are employed to determine activity-wise risk coefficients based on expert responses.FindingsThe framework’s applicability in Indian tunnel projects is demonstrated through a real-world case study with 95% validation accuracy. The IRPAD framework enhances the delay analysis process and facilitates the provision of effective activity-wise mitigation measures.Practical implicationsThe IRPAD framework predicts delays in infrastructure projects thus enhancing resilience and sustainability, supporting SDGs 9 and 11. It can be applied to a wide range of construction projects to improve project performance.Originality/valueThis research introduces novel concepts such as the three fold activity-wise risk matrix and the critical risk path, contributing to the development of the IRPAD framework for delay reduction. This framework offers valuable insights to practitioners in the construction industry.
  • Activity-centric risk analysis for delay prediction in Indian tunnel projects
    Abhaysinha G. Shelake, Nivedita G. Gogate, Deep R. Khatu
    Civil Engineering and Environmental Systems, 2025
    Indian tunnel projects often face delays that inflate budgets, disrupt timelines, and threaten project success. This study introduces a novel activity-centric, scenario-based risk analysis framework to forecast and mitigate delays by combining risk parameters: probability, exposure, and consequence. Delay predictions are made by analysing risk scenarios probability-exposure (Scenario 1), exposure-consequence (Scenario 2), and probability-consequence (Scenario 3). The methodology starts by linking 16 most significant risk factors to tunnel activities. Activity-wise risk levels are computed using an AHP-driven Event Tree Analysis (ETA) to evaluate consequences and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) to assess probability and exposure. These levels are integrated into the project schedule to forecast delays. Methodology enables systematic identification, prioritisation, and tracking of cascading risk impacts at the activity level. Drawing real-time data from Indian metro tunnel projects, the study reveals distinct risk scenarios are more effective for the planning and execution phases. Scenario 3 (exposure-consequence) closely aligns with delays in planning, while scenarios 1 and 2 perform better for execution. Findings reveal that major delay-sensitive activities include NATM excavations, TBM dragging, method-statement preparation, and soil investigation. The study also introduces an activity-based risk matrix with tailored mitigation strategies, strengthening schedule resilience and enabling project managers for timely, risk-informed project delivery.
  • Comprehensive review on the use of plastic waste in sustainable concrete construction
    Pravin Minde, Mrudula Kulkarni, Jagruti Patil, Abhaysinha Shelake
    Discover Materials, 2024
    The escalating global plastic waste crisis has prompted a search for sustainable solutions, particularly in the construction industry. Recycling plastic waste to create sustainable construction materials, such as concrete, has emerged as a promising approach. This paper explores the potential of utilizing plastic waste in concrete to mitigate environmental impacts while enhancing construction practices. The study emphasizes the urgent need for sustainable practices in response to increasing plastic consumption and waste generation. By recycling plastic waste into concrete, the construction industry can reduce dependence on natural aggregates and minimize environmental pollution. The paper also highlights the economic feasibility and long-term performance of plastic-containing concrete, addressing key challenges and limitations. Through a comprehensive analysis of the environmental, economic, and technical aspects, this paper aims to provide valuable insights into the sustainable use of plastic waste in concrete construction.
  • An Experimental Study on the Effects of PVA, Jute, and Recron 3S Fibers on Bendable Concrete Properties
    Prashant Hanjage, Abhaysinha G. Shelake
    Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, 2024
  • AHP Framework for Prioritising Risk Factors in Bridge Construction
    Shreyas Sandip Sawant, Abhaysinha Gunvantrao Shelake, Nivedita Gunesh Gogate
    Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, 2024
  • Selection of most significant risk factors for Indian tunnel projects: an integrated fuzzy-based MCDM approach
    Nivedita G. Gogate, Abhaysinha. G. Shelake, Preetesh Band
    International Journal of Construction Management, 2024
    The purpose of this study is to develop a comprehensive fuzzy-based multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methodology to generate ranking of risk factors on Indian tunnel projects. The complexities and high costs involved in tunnelling projects create a strong necessity to look into quantitative risk assessment so as to prevent project underperformance. The analysis of large number of risk factors makes the task difficult. Thus, the present study attempts to address this challenge by developing a comprehensive framework for risk prioritization. In the previous work, critical risk factors (CRFs) were identified using Relative importance Index from the factor pool. The present study utilizes the Analytic Hierarchy Process approach for the identification of CRFs. The list of 25 critical factors, obtained by integrating both RII and AHP results, is further analyzed using the Fuzzy Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (Fuzzy TOPSIS), based on three criteria, probability of occurrence, impact and cost. The methodology developed in this work will help in selecting the most significant risk factors, thus substantially improving the risk analysis process on Indian tunnel projects. This study contributes towards the development of framework for risk prioritization which will be useful for researchers and practitioners.
  • AHP Approach for Risk Factors Prioritisation in Tunnel Construction
    Preetesh Band, Abhaysinha Shelake, Nivedita Gogate
    Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, 2024
  • A systematic approach for rework reduction in precast buildings in India
    Pravin Minde, Mrudula Kulkarni, Abhaysinha G. Shelake, Omkar Jadhav, Rahul Dandage
    Innovative Infrastructure Solutions, 2023
  • Delay Analysis of Residential Construction by Using Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality
    Raghavendra S. Sikarwar, Abhaysinha G. Shelake
    Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, 2023
  • Sustainable construction by using novel frameworks using BIM, LEED, and Lean methods
    Arpit Patel, Abhaysinha Shelake, Adinath Yadhav
    Materials Today Proceedings, 2023
  • Intelligent Systems in Construction: Applications, Opportunities and Challenges in AR and VR
    Pravin R. Minde, Abhaysinha G. Shelake, Dipak Patil
    Automation in Construction Toward Resilience Robotics Smart Materials and Intelligent Systems, 2023
  • An integrated approach for identification and prioritization of risk factors in tunnel construction
    Abhaysinha G. Shelake, Nivedita G. Gogate, Neela R. Rajhans
    Materials Today Proceedings, 2022

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Comprehensive Review on Rehabilitation Strategies for Indian Bridge Infrastructure
    D Nilapwar, AG Shelake, PR Minde
    Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction 31 (2), 03125007 , 2026
    2026
  • An integrated risk prioritization and determination of activity-wise delay (IRPAD) framework for enhancing schedule management in tunnel projects
    AG Shelake, NG Gogate
    Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management 33 (1), 763-784 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 2
  • Activity-centric risk analysis for delay prediction in Indian tunnel projects
    AG Shelake, NG Gogate, DR Khatu
    Civil Engineering and Environmental Systems 42 (3-4), 357-385 , 2025
    2025
  • Comprehensive review on the use of plastic waste in sustainable concrete construction
    P Minde, M Kulkarni, J Patil, A Shelake
    Discover Materials 4 (1), 58 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 37
  • AHP Approach for Risk Factors
    P Band, A Shelake, N Gogate
    Civil Engineering for Multi-Hazard Risk Reduction: Select Proceedings of … , 2024
    2024
  • Selection of most significant risk factors for Indian tunnel projects: An integrated fuzzy-based MCDM approach
    NG Gogate, AG Shelake, P Band
    International Journal of Construction Management 24 (2), 161-176 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 13
  • A systematic approach for rework reduction in precast buildings in India
    P Minde, M Kulkarni, AG Shelake, O Jadhav, R Dandage
    Innovative Infrastructure Solutions 8 (11), 294 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 2
  • Intelligent Systems in Construction: Applications, Opportunities and Challenges in AR and VR
    PR Minde, AG Shelake, D Patil
    Automation in Construction toward Resilience, 503-522 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • Integration of activity-based risk factors in PERT scheduling: case study of Indian metro tunnel projects
    AG Shelake, NIG Gogate, HS Soundankar
    2023
  • Delay Analysis of Residential Construction by Using Augmented
    RS Sikarwar, AG Shelake
    Advances in Construction Materials and Management: Select Proceedings of … , 2023
    2023
  • An Experimental Study on the Effects of PVA, Jute, and Recron 3S Fibers on Bendable Concrete Properties
    P Hanjage, AG Shelake
    International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches in Civil … , 2023
    2023
  • AHP Framework for Prioritising Risk Factors in Bridge Construction
    SS Sawant, AG Shelake, NG Gogate
    International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches in Civil … , 2023
    2023
  • AHP Approach for Risk Factors Prioritisation in Tunnel Construction
    P Band, A Shelake, N Gogate
    International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches in Civil … , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 4
  • Sustainable construction by using novel frameworks using BIM, LEED, and Lean methods
    A Patel, A Shelake, A Yadhav
    Materials Today: Proceedings , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 38
  • Delay analysis of residential construction by using augmented reality and virtual reality
    RS Sikarwar, AG Shelake
    National conference on advances in construction materials and management, 41-53 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 5
  • An integrated approach for identification and prioritization of risk factors in tunnel construction
    AG Shelake, NG Gogate, NR Rajhans
    Materials Today: Proceedings 65, 1805-1812 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 17
  • Electrifying the future with green vehicle: A review on prospects and issues of electric vehicle in India
    AG Shelake, PR Minde
    Proceedings of Fourth International Conference on Inventive Material Science … , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 3
  • Application of RFID Technology to Improve Material Management on Construction Sites
    AS Prasad Patil
    International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) 8 (02 … , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 10
  • EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION ON UTILIZATION OF WASTE PLASTIC, PAPER WASTE, FLY ASH AND QUARRY DUST IN CONCRETE
    AS Gundu Mukesh
    International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) 8 (02 … , 2021
    2021
  • Exploring the Factor affecting Client Evaluation of Ready Mix Concrete: A survey Study
    AS Naresh Choudhary
    International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) 8 (02 … , 2021
    2021

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Sustainable construction by using novel frameworks using BIM, LEED, and Lean methods
    A Patel, A Shelake, A Yadhav
    Materials Today: Proceedings , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 38
  • Comprehensive review on the use of plastic waste in sustainable concrete construction
    P Minde, M Kulkarni, J Patil, A Shelake
    Discover Materials 4 (1), 58 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 37
  • An integrated approach for identification and prioritization of risk factors in tunnel construction
    AG Shelake, NG Gogate, NR Rajhans
    Materials Today: Proceedings 65, 1805-1812 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 17
  • Selection of most significant risk factors for Indian tunnel projects: An integrated fuzzy-based MCDM approach
    NG Gogate, AG Shelake, P Band
    International Journal of Construction Management 24 (2), 161-176 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 13
  • Application of RFID Technology to Improve Material Management on Construction Sites
    AS Prasad Patil
    International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) 8 (02 … , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 10
  • UTILIZATION OF INDUSTRIAL POLYPROPYLENE (PP) WASTE IN ASPHALT BINDER FOR FLEXIBLE PAVEMENTS
    MAS Mr. Chetan Yeole, Mrs. V. U. Khanapure, Mrs. V. P. Joshi
    International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) 4 (6 … , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 8
  • Delay analysis of residential construction by using augmented reality and virtual reality
    RS Sikarwar, AG Shelake
    National conference on advances in construction materials and management, 41-53 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 5
  • AHP Approach for Risk Factors Prioritisation in Tunnel Construction
    P Band, A Shelake, N Gogate
    International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches in Civil … , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 4
  • Electrifying the future with green vehicle: A review on prospects and issues of electric vehicle in India
    AG Shelake, PR Minde
    Proceedings of Fourth International Conference on Inventive Material Science … , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 3
  • Experimental investigation on utilization of waste plastic, paper waste, fly ash and quarry dust in concrete
    G Mukesh, A Shelke
    Int. Res. J. Eng. Technol 2021, 1046-1050 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 3
  • Industrial polypropylene waste used as modifier in asphalt binder for flexible pavements
    C Yeole, MV Khanapure, V Joshi, A Shelake
    Int J Eng Res Technol (IJERT) 6 (6), 1119-1123 , 2017
    2017
    Citations: 3
  • An integrated risk prioritization and determination of activity-wise delay (IRPAD) framework for enhancing schedule management in tunnel projects
    AG Shelake, NG Gogate
    Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management 33 (1), 763-784 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 2
  • A systematic approach for rework reduction in precast buildings in India
    P Minde, M Kulkarni, AG Shelake, O Jadhav, R Dandage
    Innovative Infrastructure Solutions 8 (11), 294 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 2
  • Intelligent Systems in Construction: Applications, Opportunities and Challenges in AR and VR
    PR Minde, AG Shelake, D Patil
    Automation in Construction toward Resilience, 503-522 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 1
  • Comprehensive Review on Rehabilitation Strategies for Indian Bridge Infrastructure
    D Nilapwar, AG Shelake, PR Minde
    Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction 31 (2), 03125007 , 2026
    2026
  • Activity-centric risk analysis for delay prediction in Indian tunnel projects
    AG Shelake, NG Gogate, DR Khatu
    Civil Engineering and Environmental Systems 42 (3-4), 357-385 , 2025
    2025
  • AHP Approach for Risk Factors
    P Band, A Shelake, N Gogate
    Civil Engineering for Multi-Hazard Risk Reduction: Select Proceedings of … , 2024
    2024
  • Integration of activity-based risk factors in PERT scheduling: case study of Indian metro tunnel projects
    AG Shelake, NIG Gogate, HS Soundankar
    2023
  • Delay Analysis of Residential Construction by Using Augmented
    RS Sikarwar, AG Shelake
    Advances in Construction Materials and Management: Select Proceedings of … , 2023
    2023
  • An Experimental Study on the Effects of PVA, Jute, and Recron 3S Fibers on Bendable Concrete Properties
    P Hanjage, AG Shelake
    International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches in Civil … , 2023
    2023