Title: FRP Reinforcement for Concrete Structures

Author(s): M. A. Erki and S. H. Rizkalla

Publication: Concrete International

Volume: 15

Issue: 6

Appears on pages(s): 48-53

Keywords: fibers; plastics, polymers, and resins; post-tensioning; prestressed concrete; prestressing; pretensioning; reinforced concrete; reinforcing materials; synthetic fibers; Materials Research

DOI:

Date: 6/1/1993

Abstract:
Reviews fiber reinforced plastic (FRP) products, currently available or in an advanced state of development, for reinforced and prestressed concrete. FRP reinforcement for concrete consists of synthetic or organic high-strength fibers (carbon, aramid, or glass), usually in a resin matrix, in the form of rods, ropes, and grids. FRP reinforcement provides lighter, easier to assemble, and more durable structures, that are free from the deterioration caused by steel corrosion.