Title:
Flexural Behavior of One-Way Concrete Slabs Reinforced by Fiber Reinforced Plastic Reinforcements
Author(s):
Craig R. Michaluk, Sami H. Rizkalla, Gamil Tadros, and Brahim Benmokrane
Publication:
Structural Journal
Volume:
95
Issue:
3
Appears on pages(s):
353-365
Keywords:
cracks; concrete; failure; fiber; flexural; glass; plastic; slab reinforcement
DOI:
10.14359/552
Date:
5/1/1998
Abstract:
Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) reinforcements are currently used for special concrete structures in areas sensitive to magnetic fields and severe environmental conditions which accelerate corrosion of the steel reinforcements, and consequently leads to deterioration of the structure. This paper presents test results of eight one-way concrete slabs reinforced with glass-fiber, carbon-fiber and conventional steel reinforcements. The slabs were tested under static loading conditions to determine their flexural and shear limit states, including the behavior prior to cracking, cracking, ultimate capacities and modes of failure. Based on this investigation, design recommendations and guidelines are proposed.