ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT: The utilization of Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) bridge decks has been increasing in the past few years due to the several long-term benefits they offer over conventional materials such as steel and concrete. Even though there have been many experimental and analytical studies to investigate the behavior of FRP bridge decks, an integrated study covering their structural health issues is not available. This study will briefly outline the application of the concepts of “Structural Health in Civil Engineering (SHCE)” to FRP bridge decks. Specific attributes covered include structural properties, short-term and long-term durability issues, and use of routine inspections for integrity evaluation.
