The insufficient lapped splice length of reinforcing bars due to the design or construction
errors reduces both the flexural strength and ductility of Reinforced Concrete (RC) beams …

The usage of structural Lightweight concrete (LWC) has increased over the years and
received significant attention owing to its lower density, better economical design, and …

An innovative prestressing system was developed in this study, which can effectively anchor
the prestressed carbon fiber sheets as well as conveniently apply prestress to the carbon …

The cracking pattern and spacing in reinforced concrete (RC) structures considerably
influence structural performance. Cracking may be severe with the utilization of fiber …

Carbon fiber–reinforced polymer (CFRP) systems have been widely used to strengthen
concrete structures. To further study the flexural strengthening of concrete beams with …

The cracking pattern and spacing are essential for the structural durability of RC structures
strengthened by prestressed CFRP plates. In this study, the effects of prestressing levels and …

Abstract Applying a prestressed Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) to strengthen
deficient steel structures is a favourable approach. However, fatigue loading and …

Externally bonded strengthening technique to the concrete has been widely used with epoxy
adhesive. However, the adhesive is considerably weak against high temperatures, which …

Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) plates have been widely used in the strengthening
and retrofitting of engineering structures due to their excellent mechanical properties …

Influence of real and small size (laboratory) specimens with different prestress levels on the
flexural performance of RC beam has not yet been compared to verify the reliability of …