ABSTRACT

Steel has traditionally been incorporated into concrete structures to overcome its limited tensile strength. Corrosion of the steel reinforcement or prestressing system is a major problem, particularly in aggressive environments, with serious implications for the integrity and durability of the concrete structure. One of the most promising approach

chapter 1|33 pages

The need for durable reinforcement

chapter 2|21 pages

Glass-fiber reinforcing bars

chapter 3|28 pages

NEFMAC grid type reinforcement

chapter 4|19 pages

Oriented polymer grid reinforcement

chapter 5|25 pages

Parafil ropes for prestressing tendons

chapter 6|26 pages

Glass-fibre prestressing system

chapter 8|31 pages

Aramid-based prestressing tendons