Reinforced Concrete Design With FRP Composites
Contents
- Chapter Frequently Asked Questions About Composite Materials
- References And Selected Bibliography
- Chapter Properties Of Constituent Materials: Concrete, Steel, Polymers,
- And Fibers
- Introduction
- Ingredients Of Concrete
- Aggregates
- Cement
- Admixtures
- Types Of Concrete
- Classification Based On Unit Weight
- Classification Based On Strength
- Strength Of Concrete
- Strength Characteristics Of Concrete
- Stress–Strain Relationship
- Modulus Of Elasticity Of Concrete
- Flexural Strength Of Concrete
- Splitting Strength Of Concrete
- Poisson’s Ratio
- Shear Modulus Of Concrete
- Reinforcing Steel
- Hotrolled Round Bars
- Constituents Of Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites
- Polymers
- Reinforced Concrete Design
General Characteristics
- Thermoplastic Polymers
- General
- Common Thermoplastic Polymers
- Thermoset Polymers
- General
- Commercially Available Thermoset Matrixes
- Polyester Resins
- Vinyl Ester Resins
- Epoxies
- Phenolics
- Polyurethane Resins
- Comparison Of Thermoplastic And Thermoset Resins
- Properties Of Resins
- Reinforcement (Fibers)
- Glass Fibers
- Carbon Fibers (Graphite Fibers)
- General Description
- Classification And Types
- Manufacturing Of Carbon Fibers
- Aramid Fibers (Kevlar Fibers)
- General Description
- Characteristics
- Commercial Applications Of Aramid Fibers
- Boron Fibers
- Additives And Other Ingredients
- Fillers
- Fiber Surface Treatment (Sizing)
- Reinforced Concrete Design
Glass Fibers
- Carbon Fibers
- Aramid Fibers
Properties Of Fibers
- References
- Chapter Manufacturing Of Composite Components
- Introduction
- Manufacturing Methods
- Hand (Wet) Layup/Automated Layup
- Pultrusion
- Filament Winding
- Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)
- Sheet Molding Compound (SMC)
- Seemann Composite Resin Infusion Molding Process
- (SCRIMP)
- Injection Molding
- Compression Molding
- Extrusion
- Significance Of QC And QA In Manufacturing
References
- Chapter Durability: Aging Of Composites
- Introduction
- Environmental Factors Affecting FRP Properties
- Durability And Safety Factors
- Physical, Chemical, And Thermal Aging
- Coupling Agent And Interface
- Factors Affecting FRP Properties
- Effect Of Moisture
- Effect Of Alkaline/Acid/Salt Solutions
- Alkaline Effects
- Acid Effects
- Salt Effects
- Effect Of Temperature
- Effect Of Stress
- Creep/Relaxation
- Creep Rupture
- Fatigue
- Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation
- Accelerated Aging
- Time–Temperature–Stress Superposition Principle
- The Arrhenius Principle
- Accelerated Aging Methodology
- Manufacturing And Durability
- Current Gaps In Durability Analysis
- References
- Chapter Strengthening Of Structural Members
- Introduction
- Reinforced Concrete Design
Bonding Concrete Beams With FRPER
- Types Of FRP Systems
- Advantages And Limitations Of FRP Composite Wraps For
- Reinforced Concrete Members
- Fiber Wrap Technology Applications: Case Studies
- Kattenbausch Bridge, Germany
- Ibaach Bridge, Lucerne, Switzerland
- City Hall Of Gossau, St Gall, Switzerland
- Column Wrapping At Hotel Nikko, Beverly Hills,
- California, USA
- Column Wrapping Projects By Caltrans For Seismic
- Resistance, USA
- Column Wrapping For Corrosion Prevention, USA
- Florida Department Of Transportation, USA
- Sins Wooden Bridge, Switzerland
- South Temple Bridge, Interstate (I), Utah, USA
- East Street Viaduct, West Virginia, USA
- Muddy Creek Bridge, West Virginia, USA
- Compatibility Of Steelreinforced Concrete And FRPER
- The ACI Guide Specifications
- Introduction
- Shipping And Storage
- Reinforced Concrete Design
Mechanisms Of Polymer Degradation
- Handling
- Installation
- Substrate Preparation
- Surface Preparation
- Application Of Constituents
- Design Properties Of FRPER And Constituents
- Design Properties Of FRPER
- Strength Reduction Factors
- FRP Reinforcement For Flexural Strengthening
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Related Topics
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Advanced Concrete Technology
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Advanced Materials And Techniques For Reinforced Concrete Structures
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Accelerated Bridge Construction
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Advanced Civil Infrastructure Materials
