The Need for Quantifying Waterjetted Surface Texture for FRP Adhesion

Abstract

Repair and strengthening of concrete structures with fiber-resuborced polymers (FRP) involves the use of externally bonded sheets, prefabricated laminates, and bars mounted near the surface. Studies have shown that the load-carrying ability of FRP materials is integrally related the bonding characteristic of the epoxy to the substrate. This is very significant to the construction industry for identifying optimal bond characteristic since current specification requirements for the use of FRP repair and strengthening techniques have no methodology to identify these optimal conditions. Over the years custom applications have become a standard option and some standards have to be established for specific applications. This paper discusses a roughness index of concrete surfaces produced with waterjets under different conditions.

Meeting Name

18th International Conference on Water Jetting (2006: Sep. 13-15, Gdansk, Poland)

Department(s)

Mining Engineering

Second Department

Geosciences and Geological and Petroleum Engineering

Third Department

Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering

Keywords and Phrases

Adhesion; Bonded Sheets; Bonding; Concrete Surfaces; Construction Industry; Fiber Resuborced Plastics; Laminates; Load Carrying Ability; Prefabricated Laminates; Textures

International Standard Book Number (ISBN)

978--1855980808

Document Type

Article - Conference proceedings

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2006 BHR Group, All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Sep 2006

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