Open AccessEvaluation of Strength Characteristics of Concrete by Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) And Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) Wrapping
Author(s) -
G Shalini
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
international journal for research in applied science and engineering technology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2321-9653
DOI - 10.22214/ijraset.2021.37500
Subject(s) - fibre reinforced plastic , materials science , compressive strength , reinforced concrete , composite material , structural engineering , engineering
The construction material mainly reinforced concrete is being used extensively for various type of construction projects. However, deterioration of RC structures is recognized as a major problem worldwide. Extension of the structures’ life is an inevitable need for a healthy planet. Any deficiency caused to the members of the structure may affect the life of structure. Therefore, it is important that the members should provide adequate strength (for which it is designed) throughout its operational life. But, it has been observed that due to alteration in purpose of use of structure (very common in mega cities), improper design and deficiency caused due to earthquake, blast and impacts in structural members and as a result in the members structure can possibly be subjected to loads which have higher magnitude compared to its design loads. This study is based on experimental investigation to assess the behavior of CFRP & GFRP wrapped concrete under compressive loads. For this purpose, M30 grade concrete specimens have been casted and wrapped it with Glass and Carbon FRP and its strength against compressive loads have been found.