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Nonlinear numerical modeling of FRP-strengthened concrete slabs

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Abstract

In this paper, a layered 4-node 24-degree of freedom rectangular composite plate element is constructed based on a recently developed layered rectangular plate element for steel reinforced concrete slabs and Timoshenko's composite beam functions, and is then used for nonlinear finite element analysis of FRP-strengthened concrete slabs. The cross section of the element is composed of a series of concrete layers, steel layers smeared from steel re-bars and FRP layers, which are used to strengthen the existing concrete slabs. Both geometric nonlinearity of the slabs and material nonlinearity of the concrete are accounted for in the model to provide accurate prediction of the structural behavior. Full bond is assumed between FRP layer, steel reinforcement and concrete. The proposed numerical model is validated against available numerical and experimental results for a numerical example and then is used to analyze the nonlinear structural behavior of FRP-strengthened concrete slabs with different types of FRPs including CFRP, GFRP and Basalt fibers.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationISEC 2011 - 6th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference
Subtitle of host publicationModern Methods and Advances in Structural Engineering and Construction
EditorsSiamak Yazdani, Sai On Cheung, Amarjit Singh, Nader Ghafoori
PublisherResearch Publishing Services
Pages839-844
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9789810879204
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2011
Externally publishedYes
Event6th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference: Modern Methods and Advances in Structural Engineering and Construction, ISEC 2011 - Zurich, Switzerland
Duration: 21 Jun 201126 Jun 2011

Publication series

NameISEC 2011 - 6th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference: Modern Methods and Advances in Structural Engineering and Construction

Conference

Conference6th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference: Modern Methods and Advances in Structural Engineering and Construction, ISEC 2011
Country/TerritorySwitzerland
CityZurich
Period21/06/1126/06/11

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
Copyright © 2011 by Research Publishing Services.

Keywords

  • Concrete slabs
  • FRP
  • Nonlinear finite element analysis
  • Numerical modeling

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