Flexural Strengthening of Impacted PC Girder with FRP Composites

Abstract

This paper reports on the use of externally bonded fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) laminates for flexural strengthening of an impacted precast prestressed concrete (PC) girder. The strengthening methodology described is indicated in all those cases where the deficiency is located on the tension side of the concrete cross-section, leading to the best and economical use of emerging materials such as composites.