Strengthening of RC Members Using Near-Surface Mounted FRP Composites: Design Overview
Abstract
Strengthening of reinforced and prestressed concrete (RC and PC) members using externally bonded FRP laminates is today a well-accepted technology that is becoming popular among designers and contractors. Near-surface mounted (NSM) FRP reinforcement represents an alternative way to improve flexural and shear performance of concrete structures. In some instance, it is the only suitable technology that can be efficiently applied, for example, when upgrading beam-column joints or for flexural strengthening of compression members. In this paper, bond related issues, flexural and shear design recommendations, and design examples are presented. The paper is an attempt to provide designers with a comprehensive protocol for the rational implementation of NSM technology.
Recommended Citation
R. Parretti and A. Nanni, "Strengthening of RC Members Using Near-Surface Mounted FRP Composites: Design Overview," Advances in Structural Engineering, Multi-Science Publishing, Dec 2004.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1260/1369433042863198
Department(s)
Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
FRP; Bond; Detailing; Near-Surface Mounted Reinforcement; Strengthening; Design; Reinforced concrete
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
1369-4332
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2004 Multi-Science Publishing, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Dec 2004
