Experimental and analytical flexural performances of reinforced concrete beams strengthened with post-tensioned near surface mounted basalt composite laminates

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Abstract
Near surface mounted (NSM) is a technique that improves the strengthening capacity of composite laminates. The use of a post-tensioning technique modifies the performance of the strengthening because it is active bearing loads from the very beginning. This study compares the performances of three beams: one without strengthening, one with passive NSM laminate, and a third with post-tensioned NSM laminate. The experimental approach compares the pre-cracking and post-cracking performance until failures, showing that the post-tensioned solution withstands larger loads in pre-cracking and presents less deformation in post-cracking. Moreover, post-tensioning is an effective technique that can prevent loss of stiffness even after cracking. Finally, simple analytical equations based on the plane cross-section for pre-cracking and failure analysis are proposed, showing good agreement with the experimental results.
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CitationGil, L., Bernat, E., Escrig, C. Experimental and analytical flexural performances of reinforced concrete beams strengthened with post-tensioned near surface mounted basalt composite laminates. "Composites part B: engineering", 15 Gener 2019, vol. 157, p. 45-57.
ISSN1359-8368
Publisher versionhttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1359836818318717
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