Three-Dimensional Simulation of Fibre Reinforced Polymer Jacket for Concrete Columns

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Mazzucco ◽  
C. Pellegrino ◽  
V.A. Salomoni ◽  
C. Majorana
Keyword(s):  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Concrete Columns ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Fibre Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Dimensional Simulation

scholarly journals A robust 3D finite element model for concrete columns confined by FRCM system

2019 ◽  
Vol 281 ◽  
pp. 01006 ◽  
Author(s):  
Majid M.A. Kadhim ◽  
Mohammed J Altaee ◽  
Ali Hadi Adheem ◽  
Akram R. Jawdhari
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Cement Mortar ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Concrete Columns ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Fe Model ◽  
3D Finite Element ◽  
Composite Failure ◽  
Global Buckling ◽  
Fibre Reinforced Polymer

Fibre reinforced cementitious matric (FRCM) is a recent application of fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement, developed to overcome several limitations associated with the use of organic adhesive [e.g. epoxies] in FRPs. It consists of two dimensional FRP mesh saturated with a cement mortar, which is inorganic in nature and compatible with concrete and masonry substrates. In this study, a robust three-dimensional (3D) finite element (FE) model has been developed to study the behaviour of slender reinforced concrete columns confined by FRCM jackets, and loaded concentrically and eccentrically. The model accounts for material nonlinearities in column core and cement mortar, composite failure of FRP mesh, and global buckling. The model response was validated against several laboratory tests from literature, comparing the ultimate load, load-lateral deflection and failure mode. Maximum divergence between numerical and experimental results was 12%. Following the validation, the model will be used later in a comprehensive parametric analysis to gain a profound knowledge of the strengthening system, and examine the effects of several factors expected to influence the behaviour of confined member.

Micromechanical Modelling of Elliptic Vibration-Assisted Cutting of Unidirectional FRP Composites

2012 ◽  
Vol 591-593 ◽  
pp. 531-534 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei Xing Xu ◽  
L.C. Zhang ◽  
Yong Bo Wu
Keyword(s):  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Element Model ◽  
Frp Composites ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Elliptic Vibration ◽  
Dimensional Finite Element ◽  
Chip Size ◽  
Fibre Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Good Potential ◽  
Three Dimensional Finite Element

Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have been widely used in industry. However, the machining of FRP products is difficult, because of very different properties of the fibres and matrix. This paper discusses the development and implementation of a microstructure-based three-dimensional finite element model for the elliptic vibration-assisted (EVA) cutting of unidirectional FRP composites. The results showed that the EVA cutting has a good potential to the machining of FRP composites, featured a much reduced cutting force, better surface integrity and controllable chip size.

scholarly journals Numerical parametric studies on the fire endurance of fibre-reinforced-polymer-confined concrete columns

2004 ◽  
Vol 31 (6) ◽  
pp. 1090-1100 ◽  
Author(s):  
L A Bisby ◽  
V KR Kodur ◽  
M F Green
Keyword(s):  
Reinforced Concrete ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Concrete Columns ◽  
Reinforced Concrete Columns ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Fire Endurance ◽  
Fibre Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Parametric Studies ◽  
Parking Garages ◽  
Promising Application

Confinement of reinforced concrete columns by circumferential fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) wraps is a promising application of FRP materials for structural strengthening and seismic upgrading of deteriorated or under-strength members. However, if this technique is to be used in buildings, parking garages, and industrial structures, then the ability of FRP materials and FRP-wrapped columns to withstand the effects of fire must be demonstrated and evaluated. This paper presents the results of parametric studies conducted using a previously presented and partially validated numerical fire simulation model to investigate the effects of a number of parameters on the fire behaviour of FRP-wrapped reinforced concrete columns. It is demonstrated that appropriately designed and adequately protected FRP-wrapped reinforced concrete columns are capable of achieving fire endurances equivalent to conventionally reinforced concrete columns. Furthermore, this study also suggests that a holistic approach to the fire design of FRP-wrapped members is required, rather than an approach based on the specific performance of the FRP materials. Design recommendations for the fire-safe design of FRP-wrapped concrete columns are presented and discussed.Key words: reinforced concrete, rehabilitation, strengthening, fibre reinforced polymer, fire endurance, fire insulation, numerical modelling.

scholarly journals Synergetic effects of carbon nanotube-graphene nanoplatelet hybrids in carbon fibre reinforced polymer composites

2018 ◽  
Vol 188 ◽  
pp. 01015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magda Silva ◽  
Diogo Vale ◽  
Jéssica Rocha ◽  
Nuno Rocha ◽  
Raquel Miriam Santos
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Fibre ◽  
Mechanical Performance ◽  
Synergistic Effects ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Hybrid Filler ◽  
Synergetic Effects ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer ◽  
3D Architecture ◽  
Fibre Reinforced Polymer

Hybrid filler systems of carbon-based nanoparticles with different geometry shapes, one-dimensional (1D-) carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and two-dimensional (2D-) graphene nanoplatelets (GnPs), were dispersed into epoxy matrix, using an intensive mixer, to evaluate their promising synergistic effects. In this work, the influence of different CNT/GnP ratios on the dispersion level, electrical and mechanical performance of epoxy-based nanocomposites was investigated. It was found that the size and number of GnP agglomerates are significantly reduced with the incorporation of CNTs, due to the formation of a co-supporting three-dimensional (3D-) architecture that delays re-agglomeration of the nanoplatelets. The combination of CNTs and GnPs, at an overall concentration of 0.043 wt. %, synergistically increase the mechanical performance and reduce the electrical percolation threshold of nanocomposites comparatively to the single filled systems. The transversal tensile properties, including elastic modulus – E2 and failure strength – Yt, of carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites were studied and synergetic effects were also found when combining CNTs with GnPs.

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