ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT: In India most structures are designed for gravity loading as per IS 456:2000. These structures are susceptible for damage during earthquakes. During a severe earthquake, the structure is likely to undergo inelastic deformation and has to depend on ductility and energy absorption capacity to avoid collapse. Such buildings designed for gravity loading need to be strengthened to increase strength, stiffness and ductility. Some recently developed Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) techniques can play a vital role in structural repairs, seismic strengthening and retrofitting of existing buildings, whether damaged or undamaged. Jacketing is the most popularly used method for the strengthening of building structural elements. This paper presents a review of FRP jacketing on different structural elements of a building.
