Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites are extensively used in advanced concrete technology given their superiority over traditional steel reinforcements. These materials …
Structures are often subjected to extreme loading conditions that lead to their premature deterioration, and replacement of those structures before the end of their design lives is very …
Externally bonding fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) to concrete structures is an effective way to enhance the mechanical performance of concrete structures. Many equations have been …
Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have become one of the most important strengthening and retrofitting materials for reinforced concrete structures. However, these …
This paper presents an experimental investigation of the shear improvement of defected reinforced concrete (RC) beams using sustainable aluminum boxes filled with high …
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 near-surface mounted (NSM) FRP strengthening technique has attracted worldwide attention as an effective alternative to the externally bonded (EB) FRP strengthening …
The behaviour of RC beams strengthened with NSM FRP bars was experimentally investigated. Eight beams were tested under four point bending. The effects of material type …
Near-surface mounted reinforcement (NSMR) is a strengthening method for concrete structures, such as buildings or bridges. NSMR involves strips or bars that are glued into …