Repair of damaged concrete columns or other structures using fast-curing, fiber-reinforced polymer composites

摘要

A composition of matter and method for inducing the rapid strengthening of damaged structures (e.g., buildings, bridges, dams, etc.) by reducing the application and curing times without the need to apply heat and pressure. The composition of matter comprises a strengthening fabric and a bonding agent which may be cured with ultraviolet light, such as sunlight, in less than about 30 min. The strengthening fabric comprises fibers chemically compatible with the bonding agent, and oriented to allow the bonding agent to quickly diffuse through the fabric.