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Experimental Investigation on the Behavior of RC Arches Strengthened by GFRP and CFRP Composites
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khaloo, Alireza (Supervisor)
Abstract
The rehabilitation of old structures holds a lot of importance, as many structures with a life span of over 30 years are prone to severe damage and even collapse. To overcome this problem, the use of FRP sheets to strengthen structures is suggested. RC-arches have been used in many structures such as bridges and require specific consideration in terms of strengthening. So far, the influence of the number of FRP layers and location, the height of arch and percentage of reinforcement on strengthened arch behavior have not been investigated. In this research, reinforced concrete arch members strengthened with GFRP and CFRP were investigated. A total of 28 Specimens, including four...
Behavior of Concrete Slabs Reinforced with FRP Bars, Design and Analysis
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khaloo, Alireza (Supervisor)
Abstract
Despite extensive studies on the behavior of reinforced concrete slabs, especially those reinforced with steel rebars, no comprehensive studies have been conducted on the behavior of concrete slabs reinforced with FRP rebars. Therefore, there are some ambiguities regarding the tensile and compressive behavior of these rebars in the load-bearing capacity of reinforced concrete slabs (depending on their amount in the slab and their combination with steel rebars). Hence, in this study, in order to ensure the accuracy of numerical simulations, the numerical 3D simulation of a one-way concrete slab reinforced with tensile FRP rebars was performed using the finite element Abaqus software....
Plastic Hinge Length and Drift Capacity of FRP Reinforced Concrete Columns under Seismic Loads
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Kazemi, Mohammad Taghi (Supervisor)
Abstract
A brief overview of the proposed research, its aims, engineering relevance and applications; as well as expected achievements compared to the present state of the art:The plastic hinge length and ultimate drift calculations of frames are required in the performance based design of reinforce concrete structure. FRP-confinement increases the column’s shear resistance and ductility. FRP-confinement prevents concrete cover from spalling and increases the inelastic deformability of concrete in the potential plastic hinge region. GU et al. 2012 [24] studied the existing experimental results of confinement effects on the plastic hinge length. Mortezaei and Ronagh, 2012 [25], studied the plastic...
Experimental Investigation on Debonding between FRP sheets and Structures
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Toufigh, Vahab (Supervisor)
Abstract
This study has investigated the effects of different environmental conditions on the bond at the interface between two fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) layers. A total of 945 single lap splice coupons with three bond length were made using wet lay-up technic. There were used three unidirectional fabrics and one type of epoxy resin. A Uniaxial tensile test was performed on samples after 2, 4, 12, 20, 28, 36 and 48 weeks of exposure. Also series of test were conducted in order to determine the minimum lap splice length of single splice FRP samples. The experimental results indicated reduction of bond strength in glass specimens that was 17 % after 48 weeks of exposure while for same amount of...
An Experimental Evaluation of Environmental Effects on Fiber Composites-Construction Materials Interface
, Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology ; Mofid, Masood (Supervisor) ; Toufigh, Vahab (Supervisor)
Abstract
Most of the investigations during the two past decades focused on the effect of moisture and temperature on the bond at the interface of carbon or glass-fabrics and concrete, masonry or timber. Few investigations have studied the effect of chemical solutions, dry heat exposure and ultravilolent (UV) radiation on the bond at the interface of other types of fiber reinforced-polymers (FRPs) and masonry, timber and concrete in the short and long terms. Therefore, this research aims to investigate the effect of five chemical solutions with pH of 2.5±0.1, 7±0.1, 7.25±0.1, 10±0.1 and 12.5±0.1 on the interfacial bond strength between seven types of FRPs (unidirectional, bidirectional and hybrids)...
Investigation on Seismic Behavior of Old Masonry Structure (A case study of Daniel historical sanctuary)
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khalou, Alireza (Supervisor)
Abstract
Masonry structures are complex systems that require a thorough and detailed knowledge for analysis and designing, and especially maintaining their capability. Since the old historical masonry structures have cultural value, maintenance of such structures against natural disasters that cause destruction is important. The goal of this research is to find a method for protection of the historical masonry structure of Daniel shrine that is located in susa region in Khuzestan. According to the reference structures of architectural heritage, a number of challenges in conservation, diagnosis, analysis, monitoring, repair and strengthening are presented that limit the application of modern codes...
Behavior Evaluation of Reinforced Concrete Slabs Strengthened by FRP laminates under Impact Loads
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khaloo, Alireza (Supervisor)
Abstract
Precise numerical models to predict responses and damage of FRP strengthened RC slabs to impact loads are limited in the literature. The behavior of (RC) slabs strengthened by FRP sheets is investigated. The behavior of strengthened RC slabs under impact load is analyzed using finite elements method. In this study, the effects of FRP strengthening of RC slabs to resist impact loads have been performed using ANSYS software. RC slabs without/with different FRP strengthening measures have been simulated in this study. RC slab without strengthening and RC slab strengthened with FRP sheets applied to the tension face of the slab have been included in the model. Each slab is subjected to repeated...
Behavior Evaluation of Pre-stressed Concrete Slabs Strengthened by FRP laminates under Impact Loads
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khaloo, Alireza (Supervisor)
Abstract
The investigation of non-prestressed concrete components subjected to impact loadings has been reported in the literature. However, the knowledge on the impact-resistant capacity of pre-stressed concrete components is very limited. In this study, behavior of pre-stressed concrete slabs strengthened by FRP sheets is investigated. The behavior of strengthened pre-stressed concrete slabs under impact load is analyzed using finite elements method. The effects of FRP strengthening of pre-stressed concrete slabs to resist impact loads have been studied using ANSYS software. Pre-stressed concrete slabs have been modeled without/with different FRP strengthening measures. Pre-stressed concrete slab...
Strengthening RC Arch Structures Using FRP Laminate
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khaloo, Alireza (Supervisor) ; Kazemi, Mohammad Taghi (Supervisor)
Abstract
Although considerable researches have been conducted on strengthening RC structures using FRP method during past years, a few researches have been reported on RC arch or curved structures strengthened by FRP. In this study, behavior of RC arches strengthened by FRP strips is investigated. The behavior of strengthened RC arches under gravitational load is analyzed using finite elements method. The arches are modeled by appropriate software in order to evaluate the behavior. The structural behavior of arches is more complicated. So, the estimation of the effect of strengthening using FRP technique on such structures is hard in comparison with traditional RC beams. In this study, the effect of...
Evaluation of Strengthening Methods for Concrete Shear Walls
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khaloo, Alireza (Supervisor) ; Kazemi, Mohammad Taghi (Supervisor)
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of some strengthening methods such as steel jacketing, concrete jacketing and FRP wraps in the overall behavior of structures and introducing the most appropriate method. For this purpose a 14 story building with intentionally weak designed shear walls was considered, subsequently each of the strengthening methods were followed for the shear walls and relative structural outcomes like total stiffness and lateral movements were calculated, studied and compared and finally a guideline for choosing the most appropriate strengthening method for concrete shear walls is resulted. It is established that for the system with steel jacketing...
Modeling of Crumb Rubber Concrete for a Structural Column by Evaluating the use of FRP
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khaloo, Alireza (Supervisor)
Abstract
The research shows that the compressive strength of concrete reduced by replacing crumb rubber in concrete mix design compared to normal concrete mix design. However, there have been a couple of utilizations investigated to date for the structural utilization of these materials. Crumb rubber is usually provided from recycled rubber from automotive and truck scrap tires. During the recycling process steel and triviality are removed, leaving tire rubber with a granulose cohesiveness. The additional crumb-rubber aggregate has a significant effect on concrete mix porosity which affects both the plastic state workability and hardened state mechanical properties. This research depicts an...
Behavior of RC Concrete Column Strengthened with CFRP, Steel Jacketand Reinforced Concrete Jacket
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Khaloo, Alireza (Supervisor)
Abstract
Reinforced concrete (RC) column in building often needs strengthening either due to defects in the column themselves, having to support higher loads than those foreseen in the initial design of the structure or as the result of ageing or accidental damage such as earthquake force. The use of FRP wrapping, steel caging or reinforce concrete jacketing for this purpose is now a common practice in many countries throughout the world. Even though a considerable number of researches have been conducted on retrofitting methods during past years, but very limited researches have been done to compare these methods. This research has investigated the effect of jacketing from different views. The...
Flexural Response Prediction of Concrete Beams Pre-Stressed with FRP Bars
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Kazemi, Mohammad Taghi (Supervisor)
Abstract
Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) tendons are suitable to be used in concrete beams exposed to aggressive environments. This study proceeds the design and it presents the flexural capacity (in relation to the moment-curvature) for composite sections (reinforced with steel bars and pre-stressed FRP) rectangular, T-section which has been bent and broken. The failure is in attending with strain softening, stress hardening of fiber reinforced concrete (FRC) and reinforcing with steel bars and polymer. Using the predicted moment-curvature relationship, a numerical method is used to estimate the load deflection response at sample beams under concentrated and uniform loads. A parametric study will be...
Flexural Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete Beams by FRP Composites to Reduce Creep Deflection
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Kazemi, Mohammad Taqhi (Supervisor)
Abstract
The strengthening of reinforced concrete structures with externally bonded fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) laminates has shown excellent performance, so this technology is rapidly replacing externally bonded steel plates, steel or concrete jackets, and many traditional techniques available. In this study strengthening of reinforced concrete beams by GFRP to reduce creep deflection is investigated by mathematical method using available relations. Five RC beams with different dimensions, with and without strengthening with GFRP laminate, were investigated for their creep deflection. The creep coefficient of beams selected from experimental result that were mentioned in RILEM DATA BANK. In this...
Numerical Analysis of FRP Strengthened Beam with Lingitudinal Grooves
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Mostofinejad, Davood (Supervisor)
Abstract
Strengthening and rehabilitation of concrete structures significantly became a dynamic construction field of activity through the years. Strengthening concrete structures by means of fiber reinforced polymers (FRP) plates or sheets over the tensile face of flexural members is stated to be an effective rehabilitation technique. Numerous studies have been carried out over the years, taking into account the FRP strengthening methods. In this regards, premature failures induced as a result of composite plate de-bonding is of great importance in such members.
In a reinforced concrete beam de-bonding may be induced by a major flexural crack in the mid-span.
Loading of a FRP strengthened...
In a reinforced concrete beam de-bonding may be induced by a major flexural crack in the mid-span.
Loading of a FRP strengthened...
Numerical Modeling of Shear Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete Deep Beams by Using FRP
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Kazemi, Mohammad Taghi (Supervisor)
Abstract
The structural behavior of deep beams is different with usual beams as a result of the low span-to-height ratio. Shear failure load is less for deep beams. Implementation of externally bonded reinforcement such as fiber reinforced polymers (FRP) is a unique method for shear strengthening of deep beams. In this study, the effects of FRP layers on the web of the reinforced concrete deep beam have been investigated by a nonlinear finite element program. Five beams four of which were strengthened with FRP laminates were numerically modeled and the results were compared with experimental results. The effect of some governing parameters such as compressive strength of concrete, orientation of...
Finite Element Modeling of Flexural Behavior of RC Beams Using FRP
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Rahimzadeh Rofooei, Fayyaz (Supervisor)
Abstract
The flexural behavior of reinforced concrete beams through application of FRP is studied, considering FRP-concrete bonding. Moreover, the nonlinear behavior of concrete (generation of crack and crush) is taken into consideration. Different parameters such as the number of layers of CFRP sheets, the effect of tensile reinforcing bars, the effect of using glass fibers, and modeling resin layer between the concrete and FRP are investigated. The results are compared with the existing experimental tests and those obtained from analytical method, ACI 440.2R-08 and ISIS Canada. The results show that by adding CFRP sheet to the control beam, the stiffness and flexural strength of the beam improves...
Effect of Corner Radius on Axially-Loaded Square RC Columns Confined with FRP Laminates
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Mostofinejad, Davoud (Supervisor)
Abstract
FRP confinement studies on concrete square columns and its effect on design and retrofitting has been the topic of numerous studies in recent years and due to wide spread usage of FRP in structural retrofitting, these studies are still carried out by researchers. One of the most common and accurate methods for predicting the behavior of structures is modeling by Finite Elements Method (FEM). This study aims to assess the effects of corner radius on axially loaded reinforced FRP-confined concrete columns and their behavior for different corner radiuses using FEM software. Using the capability of FEM in ABAQUS software (V 6.8-1), the behavior of square reinforced concrete (RC) columns...
Effect of Carbon and Glass FRP Confinement on Compressive Strength of Pre-Damaged Concrete Cylinders
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Joghatae, Abdolreza (Supervisor)
Abstract
Recent investigations on construction engineering have determined that repairing of Reinforced Concrete (RC) by means of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites is an effective method of retrofitting existing columns. The main research in this thesis focuses on the repair of concrete specimens which are damaged and their initial strength has been reduced. To achieve this purpose, through experimental procedures, the effect of confining damaged concrete cylinders by FRP, has been investigated. The experimental program included three parameters: type of fibers (glass or carbon), type of confining (full or partial), and the number of layers. First concrete cylinders were made and loaded to...
Effect if Strengthening of Continuous RC Beams with FRP Laminates on Moment Redistribution under Vertical Loads
, M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology ; Mostofinejad, Davoud (Supervisor)
Abstract
The continual deterioration and insufficient strength of reinforced concrete (RC) structures has been a vital problem in the field of civil engineering such an extent that traditional methods of strengthening found to be inconvenient. Nowadays by increasing demands for retrofitting of structures, it necessitates the application of efficient, inexpensive and unobtrusive methods of strengthening. Common way on retrofitting was to use of steel plates externally bonded to RC members. Although this technique has proven to be reasonably effective, it has several distinct disadvantages such as susceptibility of the steel plates to corrode and the excessive weight of steel plates when used in...