Rehabilitation of Concrete Structures Using Fibre-reinforced Polymer Composites: Identifying Potential Defects
Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites are increasingly being considered for the rehabilitation of deteriorating and/or under strength concrete structural components. Applications range from the seismic retrofit of columns, piers and walls, to the strengthening of slabs and girders. Strength and stiffness of the composite material are important to a systems' overall efficiency, the composite-substrate adhesive layer must provide adequate stress transfer capabilities. Unless the adhesive material is specifically designed for the purposes of adhesion to the specific substrate in question, stress transfer between the substrate and the composite, and resistance to the harsh outdoor environment, the rehabilitation will lack performance and will undergo rapid deterioration. This chapter will discuss the use of FRP in the rehabilitation of concrete structures. The chapter will cover the defects that can occur during the rehabilitation process and their effects on concrete structures. The importance of non-destructive testing and future trends are also covered.
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Corporate Authors:
Woodhead Publishing, Limited
Abington Hall, Abington
Cambridge, United Kingdom CB1 6AH 6000 Broken Sound Parkway, NW, Suite 300
Boca Raton, FL United States 33487 -
Authors:
- Kaiser, H
- Karbhari, V M
- Publication Date: 2007
Language
- English
Media Info
- Media Type: Print
- Features: Figures; Photos; References; Tables;
- Pagination: pp 284-323
- Monograph Title: Durability of Composites for Civil Structural Applications
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Bridge decks; Composite materials; Concrete structures; Earthquake resistant design; Fiber reinforced polymers; Girder bridges; Nondestructive tests; Rehabilitation; Retrofitting; Seismicity
- Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Highways; Materials; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls; I30: Materials;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 01351719
- Record Type: Publication
- ISBN: 9781845690359
- Files: TRIS
- Created Date: Sep 14 2011 11:12AM