CFRP—A Boon to Retrofitting Industry
摘要
Carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) wrapping is one of the major methods for repair and rehabilitation of concrete structures. CFRP laminates are new carbon-based composite materials that are applied externally to deteriorated concrete bridges. Due to its lightweight, high tensile strength and also long-term durability, CFRP has proved to be a major material for retrofitting. This high strength materials improve the various structural properties such as flexure strength, shear strength, deflection, vibrations and stiffness of various bridge components.