Author : J. Custódio
Publisher : Elsevier Inc. Chapters
ISBN 13 : 0128088524
Total Pages : 53 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (28 download)
Book Synopsis Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites for structural applications by : J. Custódio
Download or read book Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites for structural applications written by J. Custódio and published by Elsevier Inc. Chapters. This book was released on 2013-09-30 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This chapter briefly discusses the performance and durability of bonded composite systems used for on-site rehabilitation of timber and concrete structures. In spite of some recent developments, the exploitation of their full potential is still often restrained by the lack of structural design guidance, standards for durability assessment and on-site acceptance testing. Therefore, this chapter provides a review of current understanding on the use of hybrid bonded composite systems on the construction site in terms of structural repair, reinforcement, and seismic retrofit. It focuses on the requirements and practical difficulties in the work on-site with regards to the performance and durability of the rehabilitated structure, the characteristics and requirements that must be fulfilled by structural adhesives and advanced polymer composite materials, and the subsequent need for quality control and in-service monitoring. It also highlights the factors affecting performance and durability of bonded joints. Finally, a general overview of the research needs and a bibliography giving references to more detailed information on this topic is given.