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Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP)

Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP). Composition of Material. Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composites are typically made of fibers such as, glass, aramid , and carbon in a polyester or vinyl ester resin matrix . Steel Concrete Reinforcement Replacement?.

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Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP)

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  1. Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP)

  2. Composition of Material Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composites are typically made of fibers such as, glass, aramid, and carbon in a polyester or vinyl ester resin matrix

  3. Steel Concrete Reinforcement Replacement? • FRP bars are being researched to replace steel reinforcement in concrete. • The corrosive effects of steel reduce the life of concretes structures. • FRP composites are corrosion resistant, lightweight, and have high strength. • Easy construction and handling • Applications include the construction of new FRP bridge deck systems, new concrete decks with reinforcing FRP rebar, and the strengthening and repair of existing structures.

  4. Presently… • FRP composites are still under testing and research. • Connections are difficult. • The fiber-reinforcement can’t be bent in the field without reducing the strength of the material. • More designing efforts are required for this material.

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