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publication name Experimental and Analytical Study of Carbon Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP)/Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Sandwich Panels
Authors Mousa, Mohammed; Uddin, Nasim
year 2009
keywords Fiber Reinforced Polymer; Flexural strength; Shear Strength, Autoclaved Aerated Concrete
journal Engineering Structures
volume 31
issue 10
pages 2337-2344
publisher Elsevier
Local/International International
Paper Link http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0141029609001655
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Abstract

The structural behavior of hybrid fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) - Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) panels has been investigated. FRPs laminates can be used to reinforce externally the plain AAC producing a very high stiff panel. The resulting hybrid FRP/AAC panel can be used as structural or non-structural member for the housing construction. In order to accomplish this, FRP/AAC panels have been fabricated and prepared for testing. The specimens have been processed using the advanced semi-mechanical processing technique VARTM (Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Molding). The concept of the FRP/AAC panel is based on the theory of sandwich construction with strong and stiff skins, like FRP composites, bonded to a core material, like AAC panel. The FRP composite material was made of carbon reinforcing fabrics embedded in an epoxy resin matrix. The panels were tested under four-point bending test to investigate their strength and ductility responses using a Tinius-Olsen Universal Testing Machine. Experimental results showed a significant influence of FRPs laminates on both strength and ductility of the FRP/AAC panels. A theoretical analysis was conducted to predict the strength of the FRP/AAC member and results found were in good accordance with the experimental ones.

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