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Preparation and characterization of glass fibers – polymers (epoxy) bars (GFRP) reinforced concrete for structural applications

open access: yesSelected Scientific Papers: Journal of Civil Engineering, 2016
The paper presents some of the results from a large experimental program undertaken at the Department of Civil Engineering of Damascus University. The project aims to study the ability to reinforce and strengthen the concrete by bars from Epoxy polymer ...
Alkjk Saeed, Jabra Rafee, Alkhater Salem
doaj   +1 more source

Durability and structural integrity of columns reinforced with various combinations of steel and GFRP bars

open access: yesCase Studies in Construction Materials
Steel bar corrosion is a critical concern in reinforced concrete (RCC) structures, particularly when exposed to coastal environments, saline air, industrial pollutants and high humidity.
Abhishek Prakash   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Novel high-temperature resistant GFRP bars with DOPO-modified vinyl ester: Design, performance, and application

open access: yesCase Studies in Construction Materials
Glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars are used in concrete structures to solve corrosion and durability concerns. While the rapid deterioration of the mechanical properties of GFRP bars at elevated temperatures hinders their widespread application ...
Xu Liang   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Bond behavior of fiber reinforced polymer bars under direct pullout conditions [PDF]

open access: yes, 2004
This paper examines the behavior of Eurocrete fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) bars (glass, carbon, aramid, and hybrid) in concrete under direct pullout conditions.
Cairns J.   +4 more
core   +1 more source

Durability of concrete-encapsulated GFRP bars subjected to seawater immersion

open access: yesCase Studies in Construction Materials
Glass fiber reinforce polymer (GFRP) bars have better durability than traditional steel bars, but there are few studies on their long-term performance in actual service environments especially the marine environment. To investigate the durability of GFRP
Jia-Hui Sun   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of Ammonium Polyphosphate/Silicate Content on the Postfire Mechanics of Epoxy Glass‐Fiber Composites Using Facile Chocolate Bar‐Inspired Structures

open access: yesFire and Materials, Volume 49, Issue 3, Page 329-346, April 2025.
ABSTRACT This study investigates the postfire mechanical properties of epoxy glass‐fiber reinforced composites (EP GFRCs) using increasing concentrations of ammonium polyphosphate (APP) and inorganic silicate (InSi) to modify the char and fire residue.
Sruthi Sunder   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Extrapancreatic actions of incretin-based therapies on bone in diabetes mellitus [PDF]

open access: yes, 2015
Diabetes mellitus is correlated with modifications in bone microarchitectural and mechanical strength, leading to increased bone fragility. The incretin hormones, with a classical effect to increase insulin secretion following food ingestion, are now
Arafat, Mohammad   +6 more
core   +1 more source

Optical Coherence Tomography for High‐Precision Industrial Inspection in Industry 4.0: Advances, Challenges, and Future Trends

open access: yesLaser &Photonics Reviews, EarlyView.
This review examines how optical coherence tomography transforms industrial inspection by delivering real‐time, micrometer‐resolution, depth‐resolved imaging. It surveys applications across display manufacturing, thin films, microelectronics, laser processing, and coatings, evaluates performance against conventional techniques, and highlights emerging ...
Nipun Shantha Kahatapitiya   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Failure-mode-hierarchy-based design for reinforced concrete structures [PDF]

open access: yes, 2005
Innovations in concrete construction can be held back by the inability of codes of practice to accommodate new materials. The current design and safety philosophy (DSP) of reinforced concrete relies heavily on the properties of steel reinforcement.
Guadagnini, M.   +2 more
core   +1 more source

A Localized Strengthening Approach of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) Cables With Self‐Anchorage System

open access: yesPolymer Composites, EarlyView.
Strategy considered to understand the effect of localized strengthening on the mechanical properties of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) cables with self‐anchorage system. ABSTRACT Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) possesses excellent mechanical properties and has gained popularity in modern applications, offering a potential alternative to ...
Jialu Tang   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

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