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High temperature effects on concrete members reinforced with GFRP rebars
GFRP rebars are often used for the internal reinforcement of concrete structures, such as bridge deck slabs, to improve the corrosion resistance. Several studies were conducted to evaluate the static and fatigue behaviour of these elements but the fire resistance still needs further investigation. This paper presents an experimental investigation aimed at understanding the static behaviour of concrete beams reinforced with GFRP rebars exposed to localized elevated temperatures. Two parameters were varied: the maximum temperature imposed on the bottom side of the specimens (230 °C and 550 °C) and the lapping scheme of the rebars, including rebars with hooks and laps of different lengths. The mechanical response was investigated by quasi-static three-points bending tests at room temperature and after heating. The results show that the geometry of the reinforcement has a more relevant influence on the ultimate load than on the initial stiffness of the specimens. The localized heating temperature generates damage in concrete and partial evaporation of the matrix in the GFRP rebars without causing the collapse of the element. The reduction of the load carrying capacity mainly depends on the reinforcement geometry in the overlapping areas.
High temperature effects on concrete members reinforced with GFRP rebars
GFRP rebars are often used for the internal reinforcement of concrete structures, such as bridge deck slabs, to improve the corrosion resistance. Several studies were conducted to evaluate the static and fatigue behaviour of these elements but the fire resistance still needs further investigation. This paper presents an experimental investigation aimed at understanding the static behaviour of concrete beams reinforced with GFRP rebars exposed to localized elevated temperatures. Two parameters were varied: the maximum temperature imposed on the bottom side of the specimens (230 °C and 550 °C) and the lapping scheme of the rebars, including rebars with hooks and laps of different lengths. The mechanical response was investigated by quasi-static three-points bending tests at room temperature and after heating. The results show that the geometry of the reinforcement has a more relevant influence on the ultimate load than on the initial stiffness of the specimens. The localized heating temperature generates damage in concrete and partial evaporation of the matrix in the GFRP rebars without causing the collapse of the element. The reduction of the load carrying capacity mainly depends on the reinforcement geometry in the overlapping areas.
High temperature effects on concrete members reinforced with GFRP rebars
Carvelli, Valter (author) / Pisani, Marco Andrea (author) / Poggi, Carlo (author)
Composites, Part B: Engineering ; 54 ; 125-132
2013
8 Seiten, 27 Quellen
Article (Journal)
English
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