Abstract: The bond performance of fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) at elevated temperature depends upon the glass transition temperature of the matrix material. Included herein is an overview of the results of an experimental program ...

Abstract: Very little information is available on the behavior of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) materials and FRP-strengthened concrete members in fire, and this is a primary factor hindering the widespread implementation of FRP ...

Abstract: Four large-scale reinforced concrete beams were constructed and tested to investigate the effectiveness of external poststrengthening with prestressed fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) sheets. One of the beams served as a ...

Abstract: Naturally occurring lightweight volcanic pumice aggregate was used for the development of structural lightweight concrete. The primary aim of the investigation was to reduce both the economic costs and the negative ...

Abstract: Numerous research studies have shown externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) materials can be used efficiently and economically to repair and retrofit deteriorated or understrength concrete structures. FRP materials ...

Abstract: A dynamic analysis of a new track system, developed for a light rail transit vehicle powered by linear induction motors (LIMs) is made by a specially developed computer package. The track system, which incorporates steel ...

Abstract: Two analytical methods capable of evaluating stresses at the curved polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) metal sliding interface in a cylindrical bearing subjected to combined vertical and horizontal loads are described. One ...