Strengthening of Reinforced Concrete Beams with Externally bonded Composite Laminates

摘要

This paper summarizes the results of experimental and analytical studies concerning the flexural strengthening of reinforced concrete beams by the external bonding of high-strength, lightweight fiber rein- forced plastic (FRP) plates to the tension face of the bam. Twenty- four large-scale beams were tested experimentally to evaluate the strength enhancement provide by the FRP plates.