A model to simulate the cyclic axial compressive behavior of RC columns confined with CFRP sheets

摘要

In the present work a constitutive model to predict the cyclic axial compressive behavior ofRC columns confined with CFRP is proposed. This model was implemented in a FEM-based computerprogram, able to simulate the material nonlinear behavior of reinforced concrete frame structures. Theperformance of the developed model is assessed using results obtained from experimental tests.