Journal of Composites for Construction
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EISSN:1943-5614|ISSN:1090-0268|Disc:The Journal of Composites for Construction publishes original research papers, review papers, and case studies dealing with the use of fiber-reinforced composite materials in construction. Of special interest to the journal are papers that bridge the gap between research in the mechanics and manufacturing science of composite materials and the analysis and design of large civil engineering structural systems and their construction processes. The journal publishes papers about composite materials consisting of continuous synthetic fibers and matrices for use in civil engineering structures and subjected to the loadings and environments of the infrastructure. The journal also publishes papers about composite materials used in conjunction with traditional construction materials such as steel, concrete, and timber, either as reinforcing members or in hybrid systems for both new construction and for repair and rehabilitation of existing structures|Priority:6|Publisher:American Society of Civil Engineers|
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Experimental Investigation of GFRP-RC Slender Circular Columns under Axial Loads with Various End Eccentricities
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study investigates the structural performance of full-scale slender circular concrete columns reinforced with glass fiber–reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars and spirals under various eccentric loading scenarios. ... -
Implications of Design Standard Requirements and Assumptions for Local Buckling Capacity Calculation of Pultruded GFRP Members
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract First-generation structural design standards for pultruded glass fiber–reinforced polymer (GFRP) materials are now available in North America and Europe. The orthotropic nature of pultruded GFRP (pGFRP) makes it ... -
GFRP as Interface Shear Reinforcement in Concrete Cold Joints
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Interface shear reinforcement plays a critical role in ensuring load transfer across concrete cold joints. Although the increasing use of glass fiber–reinforced polymer (GFRP) bars in structural applications, their ... -
Behavior of Short-Span Concrete-Filled FRP Tubes with ± 55° Fiber Orientation under Bending and Shear
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract In this study, the flexural and shear behavior of steel-reinforced concrete-filled fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) tubes (CFFTs) with ± 55° fiber orientation is examined extensively through experimental and numerical ... -
Standard Fire Tests on GFRP-Reinforced Concrete Slabs with End Anchorage, Lap-Splice, and Cutoff Details
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract To elevate glass fiber–reinforced polymer (GFRP)-RC fire safety confidence to levels comparable to steel-RC, this study validates numerical models and design codes by quantifying practical design options. The ... -
Unified Strength Model for FRP Anchors under Pullout and Concrete-Related Failure Modes
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) systems effectively strengthen RC structures but are often limited by interfacial debonding. Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) anchors have emerged as a practical ... -
Behavior and Predictive Model of Large-Scale Externally Bonded FRP Strips Anchored to Reinforced Concrete Structures
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) anchors are known to enhance load transfer and prevent premature debonding in externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (EB-FRP) systems, yet experimental data and design guidelines ... -
Postheating Compressive Behavior of Carbon Fiber–Wrapped, Geopolymer Concrete–Filled GFRP Composite Tubes after Elevated-Temperature Exposure
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Glass fiber polymer–reinforced (GFRP) composite profiles offer advantages such as corrosion resistance and a favorable strength-to-weight ratio, but their limited ductility and poor fire resistance hinder broader ... -
Strength Model for FRP-Confined Concrete: Comprehensive Database and Reliability-Based Partial Factor Calibration
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Despite several formulations available to predict the compressive strength of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP)–confined concrete columns, predictive models for cases with a rectangular cross section, high/ultrahigh-strength ... -
New Strategy for Corrosion Inhibition in RC Columns without Sacrificing Seismic Performance: CFRP Strips Acting as Stirrups and Anodes of ICCP
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study proposes an innovative composite column, incorporating carbon fiber–reinforced polymer (CFRP) strips as transverse reinforcement and anodes in an impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) system, ... -
Multiscale Insights into the Electrochemical and Mechanical Performance of CFRP Bars in a Real Concrete Environment under Anodic Polarization
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) is an effective method for mitigating steel corrosion. Carbon fiber–reinforced polymer (CFRP) bars offer dual functionality in ICCP-integrated concrete structures, ... -
Deformation Capacity Analysis of Large Rupture Strain FRP-Confined Concrete with Local Stress–Strain Effects
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Ultimate deformation capacity is a key indicator for assessing the failure state of structural members, marking the final failure of concrete. This study investigates the deformation behavior of large rupture ... -
Bond Strength of Staggered and Nonstaggered GFRP Lap-Spliced Bars in Normal and Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Beams
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study evaluated the performance of glass fiber–reinforced polymer (GFRP) lap-spliced bars in concrete beams, focusing on the effects of splice configuration and the use of fiber-reinforced concrete using ... -
Innovative UHP-FRCM Systems for Enhanced Flexural Behavior of RC Beams: Addressing Fabric Slippage and Introducing a New Tension Stiffening Model
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract A key limitation of commercial fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) systems is the tendency for the fabric mesh to slip within the cementitious matrix, which restricts the fabric’s contribution to the ... -
Experimental Evaluation and Strain-Based Design of Inclined FRP Anchors for RC T-Beam Flexural Strengthening
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The use of externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites to strengthen RC structures has gained wide adoption due to the favorable mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of FRP materials. A ... -
Influence of FRP Fan Anchors on the Tensile Capacity of Quadriaxial Fabrics
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Undesirable shear failures can be detrimental for the seismic performance of existing RC buildings, particularly at the beam–column joint (BCJ). Experimental tests and analytical studies demonstrated that ... -
Increasing Remaining Fatigue Life of Steel Plates Using Bonded Ultrahigh-Modulus CFRP Plates: The Effect of Cyclic History and Bond Length
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Fatigue cracking in steel structures poses a significant threat to their long-term performance and reduces their fatigue life. This study examines the effect of a repair intervention using ultrahigh-modulus carbon ... -
Axial Compressive Performance of Confined Concrete Columns Reinforced with FRP Grid Cage Stirrups
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP)-reinforced concrete columns have gained interest for use in corrosive environments due to their high tensile strength and corrosion resistance. This study aims to improve the compressive ... -
Rapid Visualization of FRP–Concrete Interfacial Defects Using Scanning Array Infrared Thermography
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) laminates are widely used to strengthen RC structures. However, interfacial defects at the FRP–concrete bonding layer can lead to reduction of strength. Therefore, ... -
In-Service Performance Deterioration Analysis of FRP-Reinforced Concrete Structures Exposed to Natural Marine Environments: A Theoretical Approach and Application
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This paper proposes a theoretical framework for analyzing the in-service performance degradation of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP)–reinforced concrete structures exposed to natural marine environments, focusing ...