Guidelines for using fiber-reinforced polymer composite materials to extend bridge life : research spotlight.
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2014-09-01
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Abstract:With a high strength-to-weight ratio, fiber-reinforced polymer
(FRP) composite fabrics have become a promising technology for
strengthening concrete bridge elements that are starting to deteriorate.
To take full advantage of the benefits of these materials, MDOT needed
design and construction guidelines specific to the environmental
conditions that highway bridges in Michigan experience. The guidelines
developed in this project will help MDOT expand its use of FRP
composites. This will allow the department to extend the service lives of
bridges, while minimizing rehabilitation costs and impacts on traffic.
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