Reinforced Concrete Structural Elements, Strengthened by FRP (FiberReinforced Polymer)

Session

Civil Engineering, Infrastructure and Environment

Description

This abstract explores the application of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) strengthening techniques on reinforced concrete structural elements subjected to short-term loading. The study aims to evaluate various FRP methods and their impact on structural performance. Techniques investigated include automated wrapping, prestressed FRP, fusion-bonded pin-loaded straps, in-situ fast curing with heating devices, prefabricated shapes, CFRP applied inside slits, and FRP impregnation via vacuum. The effectiveness of these techniques was assessed through experimental applications on reinforced concrete beams and columns. For beams, FRP was positioned at various locations to determine its influence on load distribution and strength enhancement. For columns, comparisons were made between FRP-wrapped columns and those with FRP reinforcement bars. Results demonstrate significant improvements in load-bearing capacity and structural integrity across the tested methods. These findings provide practical insights for optimizing FRP applications in construction engineering, contributing to enhanced durability and safety of reinforced concrete structures. .

Keywords:

Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP), Reinforced Concrete, Structural Strengthening, Short-Term Loading, Construction Engineering, FRP Techniques, Structural Enhancement

Proceedings Editor

Edmond Hajrizi

ISBN

978-9951-982-15-3

Location

UBT Kampus, Lipjan

Start Date

25-10-2024 9:00 AM

End Date

27-10-2024 6:00 PM

DOI

10.33107/ubt-ic.2024.340

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Reinforced Concrete Structural Elements, Strengthened by FRP (FiberReinforced Polymer)

UBT Kampus, Lipjan

This abstract explores the application of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) strengthening techniques on reinforced concrete structural elements subjected to short-term loading. The study aims to evaluate various FRP methods and their impact on structural performance. Techniques investigated include automated wrapping, prestressed FRP, fusion-bonded pin-loaded straps, in-situ fast curing with heating devices, prefabricated shapes, CFRP applied inside slits, and FRP impregnation via vacuum. The effectiveness of these techniques was assessed through experimental applications on reinforced concrete beams and columns. For beams, FRP was positioned at various locations to determine its influence on load distribution and strength enhancement. For columns, comparisons were made between FRP-wrapped columns and those with FRP reinforcement bars. Results demonstrate significant improvements in load-bearing capacity and structural integrity across the tested methods. These findings provide practical insights for optimizing FRP applications in construction engineering, contributing to enhanced durability and safety of reinforced concrete structures. .