Abstract
Concrete cover separation is a common failure mode of reinforced concrete (RC) beams strengthened with a fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) plate bonded to the tension face (FRP-plated RC beams). Plate-end FRP U-jackets have previously been explored as a mitigation measure to delay or suppress concrete cover separation, although its effectiveness needs further clarification. The paper presents the first systemic experimental study on the use of FRP U-jackets of different forms for mitigating the concrete cover separation failure. A total of ten full-scale FRP-plated RC beams were tested. The test results show that both the ultimate load and the ductility of the beams were enhanced by the U-jackets. Among the forms of U-jackets explored, those inclined at 45o are the most effective.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on FRP Composites in Civil Engineering, CICE 2014 |
Publisher | International Institute for FRP in Construction (IIFC) |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781771363082 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2014 |
Event | 7th International Conference on FRP Composites in Civil Engineering, CICE 2014 - Vancouver Campus of the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada Duration: 20 Aug 2014 → 22 Aug 2014 |
Conference
Conference | 7th International Conference on FRP Composites in Civil Engineering, CICE 2014 |
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Country/Territory | Canada |
City | Vancouver |
Period | 20/08/14 → 22/08/14 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Polymers and Plastics
- Civil and Structural Engineering