Behaviour of thin-walled CHS beams reinforced by CFRP sheets

J. Haedir, M. R. Bambach, X. L. Zhao, R. H. Grzebieta

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Abstract

Structural strengthening of flexural steel members with hoop (layers oriented perpendicular to the member) carbon fibre layers is perceived to be futile. Favourably, it now appears that thin-walled circular hollow section (CHS) members can be more effectively reinforced by hoop and longitudinal fibres to preclude the buckling of the steel skin. This work describes the results of an experimental study designed to consider the behaviour of thin-walled CHS steel beams reinforced by CRFP sheets under pure bending. The behaviour of CFRP-reinforced CHS beams affected by fibre orientation and number of fibre layers is examined. The study demonstrates that the local buckling strength and ductility of steel beams can be enhanced by applying CFRP sheets in both the hoop and longitudinal directions. It has been shown that the reinforcing effect of CFRP sheets increases for tubes with higher cross-sectional slenderness.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 4th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference, ISEC-4 - Innovations in Structural Engineering and Construction
Pages701-706
Number of pages6
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Externally publishedYes
Event4th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference, ISEC-4 - Innovations in Structural Engineering and Construction - Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Duration: 26 Sept 200728 Sept 2007

Publication series

NameProceedings of the 4th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference, ISEC-4 - Innovations in Structural Engineering and Construction
Volume1

Conference

Conference4th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference, ISEC-4 - Innovations in Structural Engineering and Construction
Country/TerritoryAustralia
CityMelbourne, VIC
Period26/09/0728/09/07

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Building and Construction

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