Abstract
Unreinforced masonry (URM) walls are prone to failure when subjected to out-of-plane and in-plane loads. The development of effective and affordable strengthening strategies is a need. In this context fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) materials offer viable solutions to solve or lessen the effects of overloading. This paper describes FRP systems proposed for use in the strengthening of masonry elements as well as the impact of such systems on the building being retrofitted. Also, field applications, some potential and others already implemented applications, are described. Field applications include strengthening for natural hazards (i.e. earthquakes and high wind pressures) as well as man-caused hazards (i.e. blasting). The potential of FRP systems for retrofitting of historic structures is also illustrated. Finally, research needs in this area are discussed.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Structures - A Structural Engineering Odyssey, Structures 2001 - Proceedings of the 2001 Structures Congress and Exposition |
| Volume | 109 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Dec 1 2004 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 2001 Structures Congress and Exposition, Structures 2001 - Washington, DC, United States Duration: May 21 2001 → May 23 2001 |
Other
| Other | 2001 Structures Congress and Exposition, Structures 2001 |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| City | Washington, DC |
| Period | 5/21/01 → 5/23/01 |
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Keywords
- Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites
- Masonry
- Structural strengthening
- Unreinforced masonry (URM) walls
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Civil and Structural Engineering
- Mechanics of Materials
- Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
- Building and Construction
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Strengthening of masonry structures with FRP composites. / Tumialan, J. Gustavo; Micelli, Francesco; Nanni, Antonio.
Structures - A Structural Engineering Odyssey, Structures 2001 - Proceedings of the 2001 Structures Congress and Exposition. Vol. 109 2004.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution
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