Title:
Research Needs and the Future of Ferrocement
Author(s):
James P. Romualdi
Publication:
Symposium Paper
Volume:
61
Issue:
Appears on pages(s):
173-178
Keywords:
construction materials; cracking (fracturing); crack
width and spacing; ferrocement; reinforced concrete; research;
structural design; welded wire fabric; wire cloth.
DOI:
10.14359/6642
Date:
8/1/1979
Abstract:
A review of the basic characteristics of ferrocement, as it is distinguished from conventionally reinforced concrete or fiber reinforced concrete, is made. Problems of definition and performance are discussed in light of needed design criteria and future research needs are outlined.