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Published on: June 27, 2018
Analytical Approach and Numerical Simulation of Reinforced Concrete Beams Strengthened with Different FRCM Systems
Luis Mercedes1, Christian Escrig1, Ernest Bernat-Masó1
1Department of Strength of Materials and Structures in Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya UPC, ESEIAAT, Building TR45, c/ Colom 11, 08222 Terrassa, Spain.
Abstract:
Fabric-reinforced cementitious matrices (FRCMs) are a novel composite material for strengthening structures. Fabric contributes to tying cross-sections under tensile stress. The complexity of the interfaces between the fabric and the matrix does not allow having a simple and accurate model that enables practitioners to perform feasible calculations. This work developed an analytical approach and a numerical simulation based on the reduction of FRCMs' strength capabilities under tensile stress states. The concept of effective strength was estimated for different types of fabrics (basalt, carbon, glass, poly p-phenylene benzobisoxazole (PBO), and steel) from experimental evidence. The proposed models calculate the ultimate bending moment for reinforced concrete (RC) structures strengthened with FRCMs. The numerical models performed simulations that reproduced the moment-deflection curves of the different tested beams. Steel fabric showed the highest contribution to strength (78%), while PBO performed the worst (6%). Basalt and carbon showed irregular contributions.
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