Optimization of fiber volume fraction to enhance reinforcing efficiency in hybrid fiber reinforced strain hardening cementitious composite

2020 ◽  
Vol 113 ◽  
pp. 103704
Author(s):  
Tianan Liu ◽  
Yingzi Yang ◽  
Zhitao Chen ◽  
Yazhao Li ◽  
Ruixiang Bai
Keyword(s):  
Strain Hardening ◽  
Fiber Volume Fraction ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Cementitious Composite ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Hybrid Fiber ◽  
Fiber Volume

Development and Application of High Performance Green Hybrid Fiber-Reinforced Concrete (HP-G-HyFRC) for Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Buildings

2014 ◽  
Vol 629-630 ◽  
pp. 299-305 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rotana Hay ◽  
Claudia Ostertag
Keyword(s):  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Fiber Volume Fraction ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Industrial Wastes ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Hybrid Fiber ◽  
Hybrid Fibers ◽  
Fiber Volume

The synergy of hybrid fibers allows for an enhanced concrete composite performance at a lower fiber volume fraction as compared to other types of fiber-reinforced concrete. This paper outlines the development process and properties of a new concrete composite termed high-performance green hybrid fiber-reinforced concrete (HP-G-HyFRC). Steel and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fibers were used as discontinuous reinforcement of the composite. Up to 60% of cement by mass was replaced by industrial wastes comprising slag and fly ash. At water-binder ratio of 0.25 and with the presence of coarse aggregates, careful proportioning of the mix constituents allows for a composite that is highly flowable. At a combined fiber volume fraction of only 1.65%, the composite also exhibits a deflection hardening behavior which is known to be beneficial for both serviceability and durability of structures. The composite was proposed to be used in an innovative double skin façade (DSF) system consisting of 30 mm air gap in between two thin HP-G-HyFRC skins with no main reinforcing rebars. It was shown that the DSF system alone allows for about 7.6% reduction of cooling energy in buildings.

scholarly journals Flexural Characteristics of Functionally Graded Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Composite with Polyvinyl Alcohol Fiber

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 94
Author(s):  
Toshiyuki Kanakubo ◽  
Takumi Koba ◽  
Kohei Yamada
Keyword(s):  
Polyvinyl Alcohol ◽  
Fiber Volume Fraction ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Maximum Load ◽  
Functionally Graded ◽  
Bending Test ◽  
Cementitious Composite ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Fiber Volume ◽  
Four Point Bending

The objective of this study is to investigate the flexural characteristics of functionally graded fiber-reinforced cementitious composite (FG-FRCC) concerning the fiber volume fraction (Vf) varying in layers and the layered effect in bending specimens. The FG-FRCC specimens, in which Vf increases from 0% in the compression zone to 2% in the tensile zone, are three-layered specimens using polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) FRCC that are fabricated and tested by a four-point bending test. The maximum load of the FG-FRCC specimens exhibits almost twice that of homogeneous specimens, even when the average of the fiber volume fraction in the whole specimen is 1%. The result of the section analysis, in which the stress–strain models based on the bridging law (tensile stress–crack width relationship owned by the fibers) consider the fiber orientation effect, shows a good adaptability with the experiment result.

Performance of Bamboo Fiber Reinforced Composites: Mechanical Properties

2021 ◽  
Vol 879 ◽  
pp. 284-293
Author(s):  
Norliana Bakar ◽  
Siew Choo Chin
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Vinyl Ester ◽  
Fiber Volume Fraction ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Bamboo Fiber ◽  
Synthetic Fiber ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Fiber Volume ◽  
Volume Fractions

Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) made from synthetic fiber had been widely used for strengthening of reinforced concrete (RC) structures in the past decades. Due to its high cost, detrimental to the environment and human health, natural fiber composites becoming the current alternatives towards a green and environmental friendly material. This paper presents an investigation on the mechanical properties of bamboo fiber reinforced composite (BFRC) with different types of resins. The BFRC specimens were prepared by hand lay-up method using epoxy and vinyl-ester resins. Bamboo fiber volume fractions, 30%, 35%, 40%, 45% and 50% was experimentally investigated by conducting tensile and flexural test, respectively. Results showed that the tensile and flexural strength of bamboo fiber reinforced epoxy composite (BFREC) was 63.2% greater than the bamboo fiber reinforced vinyl-ester composite (BFRVC). It was found that 45% of bamboo fiber volume fraction on BFREC exhibited the highest tensile strength compared to other BFRECs. Meanwhile, 40% bamboo fiber volume fraction of BFRVC showed the highest tensile strength between bamboo fiber volume fractions for BFRC using vinyl-ester resin. Studies showed that epoxy-based BFRC exhibited excellent results compared to the vinyl-ester-based composite. Further studies are required on using BFRC epoxy-based composite in various structural applications and strengthening purposes.

Shear strength of reinforced concrete beams with a fiber concrete matrix

2006 ◽  
Vol 33 (6) ◽  
pp. 726-734 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fariborz Majdzadeh ◽  
Sayed Mohamad Soleimani ◽  
Nemkumar Banthia
Keyword(s):  
Shear Strength ◽  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Fiber Volume Fraction ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Fiber Reinforcement ◽  
Shear Capacity ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Rc Beams ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Fiber Volume

The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of fiber reinforcement on the shear capacity of reinforced concrete (RC) beams. Both steel and synthetic fibers at variable volume fractions were investigated. Two series of tests were performed: structural tests, where RC beams were tested to failure under an applied four-point load; and materials tests, where companion fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC) prisms were tested under direct shear to obtain material properties such as shear strength and shear toughness. FRC test results indicated an almost linear increase in the shear strength of concrete with an increase in the fiber volume fraction. Fiber reinforcement enhanced the shear load capacity and shear deformation capacity of RC beams, but 1% fiber volume fraction was seen as optimal; no benefits were noted when the fiber volume fraction was increased beyond 1%. Finally, an equation is proposed to predict the shear capacity of RC beams.Key words: shear strength, fiber-reinforced concrete, RC beam, stirrups, energy absorption capacity, steel fiber, synthetic fiber.

scholarly journals Tensile Behavior Characteristics of High-Performance Slurry-Infiltrated Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Composite with Respect to Fiber Volume Fraction

Materials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (20) ◽  
pp. 3335 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seungwon Kim ◽  
Dong Joo Kim ◽  
Sung-Wook Kim ◽  
Cheolwoo Park
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Energy Absorption ◽  
Fiber Volume Fraction ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Absorption Capacity ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Fiber Volume ◽  
Energy Absorption Capacity ◽  
Direct Tensile ◽  
Direct Tensile Strength

Concrete has high compressive strength, but low tensile strength, bending strength, toughness, low resistance to cracking, and brittle fracture characteristics. To overcome these problems, fiber-reinforced concrete, in which the strength of concrete is improved by inserting fibers, is being used. Recently, high-performance fiber-reinforced cementitious composites (HPFRCCs) have been extensively researched. The disadvantages of conventional concrete such as low tensile stress, strain capacity, and energy absorption capacity, have been overcome using HPFRCCs, but they have a weakness in that the fiber reinforcement has only 2% fiber volume fraction. In this study, slurry infiltrated fiber reinforced cementitious composites (SIFRCCs), which can maximize the fiber volume fraction (up to 8%), was developed, and an experimental study on the tensile behavior of SIFRCCs with varying fiber volume fractions (4%, 5%, and 6%) was carried out through direct tensile tests. The results showed that the specimen with high fiber volume fraction exhibited high direct tensile strength and improved brittleness. As per the results, the direct tensile strength is approximately 15.5 MPa, and the energy absorption capacity was excellent. Furthermore, the bridging effect of steel fibers induced strain hardening behavior and multiple cracks, which increased the direct tensile strength and energy absorption capacity.

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