Analytical study of concrete girders retrofitted with epoxy-bonded composite laminates

Hamid Saadatmanesh, Mohammad R. Ehsani, Wei An

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceedingConference contribution

Abstract

Analytical models based on the compatibility of deformations and equilibrium of forces are presented to predict the stresses and deformations in concrete beams strengthened with fiber composite plates epoxy-bonded to the tension face of the beams. The models are given for beams having rectangular and T cross sections. A parametric study is conducted to investigate the effects of design variables such as plate area, plate stiffness and strength, concrete compressive strength, and steel reinforcement ratio. The moment versus curvature diagrams for various combinations of these variables are plotted and compared. The results indicate that bonding composite plate to a concrete beam can increase the stiffness, yield moment, and flexural strength of the beam. The method is particularly effective for beams with a relatively low steel reinforcement ratio.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationRepair and Strengthening of Concrete Members with Adhesive Bonded Plates
EditorsR. Narayan Swami, Robert Gaul
PublisherAmerican Concrete Institute
Pages235-259
Number of pages25
ISBN (Electronic)9780870316647
StatePublished - Dec 1 1996
Externally publishedYes
EventRepair and Strengthening of Concrete Members with Adhesive Bonded Plates 1992 - Washington, United States
Duration: Mar 15 1992Mar 16 1992

Publication series

NameAmerican Concrete Institute, ACI Special Publication
VolumeSP-165
ISSN (Print)0193-2527

Conference

ConferenceRepair and Strengthening of Concrete Members with Adhesive Bonded Plates 1992
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington
Period3/15/923/16/92

Keywords

  • Beams (supports)
  • Composite construction (concrete and plastic)
  • Epoxy resins
  • Girders
  • Plates (structural members)

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Building and Construction
  • General Materials Science

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Analytical study of concrete girders retrofitted with epoxy-bonded composite laminates'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this