Experimental and Numerical Study of RC Walls with Opening Strengthened by CFRP
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Doh, Jeung-Hwan
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Chowdhury, Sanaul
Hadi, Muhammad
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Concrete structures regularly require strengthening due to various reasons. These structures include bridges, buildings and infrastructure, across numerous sectors and industries. Based on the load-carrying capacity of structures and proposed future applications, a vast array of strengthening methods may be utilised. Due to rapid advancements in construction materials, technology has led to the achievement of being able to secure safer, more economical and functional buildings. Of the innovative materials, Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) appears to be an encouraging solution for the retrofitting and strengthening of Reinforced Concrete (RC) structures because of its unique properties. These properties include: high strength-to-weight ratio; high fatigue endurance; environmental degradation and corrosion resistance. FRP is also durable and very flexible for application to the various shapes of structural members. Further, it is easy to install, with a negligible increase in structural size and weight. The application of FRP is dependent upon the type of structural member plus its behaviour. It can be used to enhance the load capacities (axial, flexural, or shear), ductility, rigidity, the remaining fatigue life as well as the durability against harsh environments.
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Thesis (PhD Doctorate)
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Griffith School of Engineering
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Load bearing walls
Fibre reinforced polymer (FRP)
Reinforced concrete (RC)
Concrete structures
Construction materials