Numerical Investigation and Cost Analysis of FRP-Concrete Unidirectional Hybrid Slabs

Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) has been commonly used to reinforce concrete structures. The kinds of FRP demonstrate an effective alternative to various methods of reinforcement in concrete structures subjected to bad environmental conditions which cause corrosion and damage to concrete. Due to their lightweight, high strength, and high corrosion and fatigue resistance, Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composites have been widely applied in steel substitution during revitalization interventions. This paper presents numerical three-points bending tests on different models to investigate the effect of the reinforcements; Carbon, Glass, and Aramid fibers to find the corresponding cost of each one. Also, there is an available experimental model for verifying the results of the FEM that demonstrated broad agreement with the experimental statement, concerning the load-displacement curve. After validating the models, alternative designs such as type of the FRP, position of the FRP, and amount of the FRP usage were numerically tested to study the influence of each on the load-bearing capacity. The results showed that the best configuration would be one with GFRP and the load-bearing capacity is around 9 kN in the optimum design.

Comparative analysis of vertical irregularities on high rise structure considering various parameters

Now, every day tall constructing structures constructed around the goal of residential and industrial cause etc. Layout of tall buildings both earthquake as well as wind loads got to be take into considered. An irregular structure, failure of structure starts at a point of its weakness and those weaknesses comesups withs separation of mass, stiffness and geometry of that models. The structures having this kinds of discontinuity are called Irregular structures. (H, J, & darshan, 2017) [2]. For example,Structures with the soft storey were the foremost remarkable fallen structures. Therefore, the impact of vertical alignment within the seismic structure of buildings is very significant. The changes in durability and size provide powerful features of those structures that are completely different from the standard structure. For this present evaluation ‘ETABS’ software package is employed. All Reinforced Concrete structural elements are follows as per ‘IS 456:2000 (Plane and Reinforce Concrete-Code of Practice, Bureau of Indian Standard)’. Seismic load follows with respect to IS 1893:2016 along with self-weight of modelles for analysis of the structure. Here 2 kinds of buildings of (G+15) were created one is regular structure and alternative one Mass irregular. To observe, Effect of lateral in both buildings using Seismic load and to check the results,most of maximum displacement for various models and various parameters.

ESTIMATION OF DURABILITY AND DEFORMATION PROPERTIES OF CONCRETE AND REINFORCED CONCRETE

The research deals with the main directions of the Reinforced Concrete Theory current improvement on the basis of its incisive analysis. As leading direction in solving such a problem, the modern, well known deformational analytic model is examined. It is implemented on the base of complete experimental diagrams of deformation of different structural materials. The offered methods for improvement of such model suggest the creation and use of the transformed diagrams of deformation of concrete, reinforced elements as well as those structural elements on their basis. The modelling of these diagrams is envisaged on the basis of experimental dependences of complete diagrams for deformation of construction materials taking into account the influence on them of different physical, technological, dynamic and other factors. The general view of the said diagram will be realized by two its branches – ascending and descending, designed by different parametric (key) points. The special interest on the modern stage in development of deformational analytic model presents the design of descending branch of complete diagram on the state of construction material that is recorded by different parametric points. One of the main tasks in designing of such points is standardization of experimental methods in determining the critical values of relative power deformations in the top of a diagram, that correspond to the limit straining of construction material, that does not exceed the board of its durability at a compression. The descending branch of complete diagrams must be designed on condition that the deformation of concrete became consistently waning. The transitional point of this state in sustained and increasing deformation it to be considered as destruction start of material at intensively increasing destructive transformations of its structure. The straining of constructional material on such on-loading area of diagram can diminish to the level of postcritical values, beyond the durability range of stability at a compression, and to correspond to relative deformations in the limit state. Further reduction in tension to the concrete is representative at its dynamic deformation in terms of more intensive development of destructive transformations. Thus the level of relative deformations can increase to the maximally possible values, beyond which a concrete, as structural material, stops to comply with the necessary operating qualities. The long-term experience in initiation, perfection and development of theory of the reinforced concrete, as well as implementation of its modern deformational model of calculation show that there is a number of important vital problems which need to be examined and solved for today. Such problems in the outlined aspect are to be examined in two directions of researches. The first is an improvement of methodology of tests and standardization of methods in obtaining the complete experimental diagrams of the state and their parametrical points which allow to design dependence sb – εb (straining – deformation) with high authenticity by the analytical function for its implementation at the calculations of different structural elements; the second is an improvement of deformational calculation model with help of the transformed diagrams of deformation, as well as more precise definition of some pre-conditions and positions accepted in different existent standards for the calculation of concrete and reinforce-concrete constructions. The essence in solving of the above-said pressing issues set forth in this research.

Effects of Steel Fibers (SF) and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GBBS) on Recycle Aggregate Concrete

Recycle aggregate is one of the good options to use in concrete as coarse aggregate which results environmental benefits as well as sustainable development. However, recycle aggregate cause reduction in concrete performance. One the other hand, the removal of industrial waste would be considerably decreased if it could be incorporated in cement concrete production. One of these possibilities is the substitution of the cement by slag, which enhance concrete poor properties of recycle aggregate concrete as well as provides to the decrease of cement consumption, reducing carbon dioxide productions, while resolving a waste management challenge. Furthermore, steel fiber was also added to hance the tensile capacity of recycle aggregate concrete. The main goal of this study is to investigate the characteristics of concrete using Ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS) as binding material on recycle aggregate fibers reinforce concrete (RAFRC). Mechanical performance was assessed through compressive strength and split tensile strength, while durability aspects was study through water absorption, acid resistance and dry shrinkage. The results detected from the different experiments depict that replacement of Ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS) enhance mechanical performance as well as durability aspects of the recycle aggregate fibers reinforce concrete (RAFRC).

Properties of Spanish Broom Fiber Reinforced Concrete

Building materials based on renewable resources such as plant fibers are increasingly needed, especially if the plant is local and easily accessible. One such plant is the Spanish broom, a typical shrub of the Mediterranean region. In this work, Spanish broom fibers were used for the first time to reinforce concrete. Four mixtures were made: a reference mixture and three mixtures reinforced with 3 cm long fibers, in the amount of 0.5% of the total volume. Cement CEM I 42.5R, crushed limestone aggregate (D = 16 mm), and tap water were used for all the mixtures and in equal quantities. Four mortar mixtures were also made: standard mortar and 3 fiber-reinforced mortars. The mortar is reinforced with fibers of the same length and quantity as the concrete. The fibers were obtained by maceration of Spanish broom in solutions of 8%, 10%, and 15% NaOH. The quality and mechanical properties of the cellulose fibers depend on the geographical and climatic conditions and the fiber extraction procedures so the aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of different chemical pre-treatments of the fibers on the mechanical properties of the concrete. The properties of the fresh mix were determined using the flow method. Hardened concrete was tested for compressive and flexural strength and dynamic modulus of elasticity. Compressive and flexural strengths were determined on cement mortars. The results obtained on concrete were compared with those obtained on the mortar. It was concluded that the quality of composite materials is more influenced by the quality of the placement than by fiber treatment.

E-glass Coated Fibers in Novel Composite System for Constructional Applications

Concrete is one of the most applicable materials in construction. But it needs to reinforce with several reinforcement materials especially high performance fibers such as glass fibers to improve its properties. Among glass fibers, E-glass fiber has lower price but degrade in alkaline cementitious matrix. In this investigation for prohibition of E-glass fibers degradation along with better adhesion of E-glass fibers to cementitious matrix a doubled layer composite coating has been used. The first layer is a polysiloxane which it's permeability to water is too low so prevent alkali attack on E-glass fiber. The second layer is polyvinyl acetate (PVAC) having polar groups of acetate, produce calcium acetate in cementitious matrix, which stick firmly to cement. PVAC in alkaline solution can produce polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) which is again sticky to cement. This composite coating applied on E-glass fibers and used to reinforce concrete. The durability of coated fibers was investigated by alkaline stability test and SEM images. Meanwhile for studying adhesion of fibers to concrete pull out characteristics of coated fibers been investigated and compared with bare E-glass reinforced concrete.

Analysis and Design of Multistorey Building

The primary focus of this research is to analyze and design a multi-storey building (3D-dimensional reinforce concrete frame), the designing of building begins with making the plan of specific building which include the position of rooms, kitchen, toilet etc. the design should be such that it is up to mark of customer requirements and comport nowadays vastu shastra is also kept in mind while designing. The second step is to design the reinforced concrete part which includes designing of slabs, columns, beams, staircase and footing these designing’s were done manually and all the calculations were done according ACT code and the outcomes were compared using STAAD PRO. I design an office building which is made of reinforced concrete frames and the building has three floors with 12 offices on each floor which sum up to 36 offices and the maximum area of a floor is (21.9*40.9) m2. To complete the architectural design, I AutoCAD program and for analyzing and designing the structure of building I used software known as STAAD Pro v8iSSS.and after both the designing I got the results as the map of a building which is architectural and structural safe. For designing the structural plan and architectural design one requires high imagination power as well as theoretical knowledge and also keen knowledge of science of structural engineering and should know the recent design codes, laws and before designing he should have adequate experience and mind set to reach conclusion. STAAD PRO is a very user friendly software it is and easy to understand and operate. We can input the material properties, load value, dimensions and we can also draw the frame within the software and after taking all the data it analyze the whole structure and design the member with reinforced detail for concrete frame and all the designs are done under specified criteria. These criteria are implemented to keep careful balance between economy and safety.

Code Compliance in Reinforce Concrete Design: A Comparative Study of USA Code (ACI) and Chinese Code (GB)

The structural engineering codes dictate the design criteria of the facility. Given that different countries use different parameters to design a facility, different codes are followed. Current code comparison focus on the clauses analysis in the code gives theoretical guideline. When the US facility design team needs to make a decision to follow which code to in China, the current study cannot provide a business decision input. This study evaluates the design process to illustrate when and where the codes will be applied and calculated through a design process where the loading and coefficient factors of different codes are analyzed. Software programs built-in codes are then used to design the structure to obtain the structure result in terms of volume of the concrete and weight of the rebar being calculated. The study also presents a case study and calculates that the United States code uses 8–10% more rebar compared to the Chinese code. The study result can be a reference for the project management team who has to make a business decision over which code to be followed at what cost. The paper also identifies the choice of the seismic coefficient factor has a significant impact on the usage of the rebar and might be justified for the future study.

Model of shear test for tearing strength of concrete

Introduction. To control the concrete strength of reinforce concrete structures the shear test based on the empirical proportional dependence of concrete strength and tear force of a special purpose anchor with an expanding cone is used. The absence of a physical model of a concrete deterioration when tearing strength is a sign of the defect of the method which hampers the search of the ways for accuracy increase and test validity. The purpose of this study is to develop a physical model of concrete deterioration to determine the calculated strength by the shear test.Materials and methods. The concrete strength model is a mechanism for local deterioration by tearing out a body of concrete in the form of an indicative cone when extracting it from a pre-fabricated anchor well. It is accepted that the deterioration occurs in two stages: from the melting of the concrete to the formation of cracks in the plane of the apex of the concrete cone in the first stage and the subsequent formation of cracks along the lateral surface of the cone during the extraction of the anchor. For transition to compression resistance, the average of the ratio of concrete resistance to compression and tensile or Fere formula shall be used. The model was verified by the calculation of 6 test measurements.Conclusions. It has been established that the empirical correlation between the resistance of concrete to compression and the force of extraction of the anchor in the concrete test is only possible if the resistance of concrete is linearly related to compression and extension. However, the actual ratio of concrete resistance to compression and tensile is non-linear, so for relatively weak concrete the possibility of overestimating the strength of concrete on compression empirical dependence is offset by a reduction factor, and for more durable concrete, measurements are underestimated.