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Cracking Analysis of FRP-Reinforced Concrete Flexural Members

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The paper is dedicated to the cracking analysis of FRP (Fiber-Reinforced Polymer)-reinforced concrete elements. A general nonlinear calculation procedure, based on the slip and bond stresses, is described and adopted for the prediction of the crack width and crack spacing in FRP-reinforced concrete beams. An analytical expression of the bond-slip law is estimated using the corresponding experimental results available in the literature. A numerical investigation is carried out and the influence of the mechanical and geometrical parameters of the material (bond-slip law, reinforcement ratio, concrete strength, diameter of rebars, etc.) on the crack formation is investigated. Referring to glass-FRP-reinforced concrete beams, a comparison between the theoretical predictions and experimental results is made. The results obtained are presented and discussed.

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  1. Department of Engineering Innovation, University of Lecce, Via per Arnesano, 73100, Lecce, Italy

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Aiello, M.A., Ombres, L. Cracking Analysis of FRP-Reinforced Concrete Flexural Members. Mechanics of Composite Materials 36, 389–394 (2000). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1026699101440

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