Experimental investigation on the effect of mortar grade on the compressive behaviour of FRCM confined masonry columns
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compositesb.2018.03.033
Abstract: Abstract The use of Fiber Reinforced Cementitious Mortar (FRCM) systems for structural retrofitting of masonry structures has become increasingly popular in the last years, due to the capability of this technique in overcoming some of… read more here.
Keywords: masonry columns; compressive behaviour; frcm; mortar ... See more keywords
Effect of fiber-to-matrix bond on the performance of inorganic matrix composites
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2021.113655
Abstract: Abstract The strengthening of masonry structures is nowadays performed by means of high-strength fibers embedded in inorganic matrix (FRCM) where lime or cement-based matrix is used instead of epoxy adhesive to reduce debonding issues between… read more here.
Keywords: frcm; inorganic matrix; effect; fiber matrix ... See more keywords
Finite element parametric analysis of RC columns strengthened with FRCM
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DOI: 10.1016/j.compstruct.2021.114498
Abstract: Abstract Fiber reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM), a noncorrosive two-dimensional high strength fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) mesh saturated with inorganic cementitious mortar is evolving as a viable option for retrofitting damaged RC structures . While numerous… read more here.
Keywords: axial capacity; columns; frcm; finite element ... See more keywords
Mechanical performance of vegetal fabric reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) composites
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.04.171
Abstract: Abstract In order to pursue sustainable objectives in the construction industry, a new composite material using vegetal fibre mesh coated with resin and embedded in mortar is developed and characterized. In this study, meshes of… read more here.
Keywords: cementitious matrix; matrix frcm; fabric reinforced; frcm ... See more keywords
Quasi-static in-plane testing of FRCM strengthened non-ductile reinforced concrete frames with masonry infills
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.07.230
Abstract: Abstract Performance of fibre reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) strengthened non-ductile reinforced concrete frames with hollow concrete masonry infill (RCFMI) subjected to cyclic in-plane loading was experimentally assessed herein. A set of nine two-third scaled one… read more here.
Keywords: non ductile; rcfmi; strengthened non; frcm strengthened ... See more keywords
Micromechanical modeling of the constitutive response of FRCM composites
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.117539
Abstract: Abstract In this paper, the tensile and shear constitutive behavior of Fiber Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM) composites is addressed. A nonlinear finite-element computational approach is developed, by accounting for the micromechanical mechanisms via the introduction… read more here.
Keywords: response frcm; modeling constitutive; constitutive response; frcm ... See more keywords
Flexural strengthening of reinforced concrete beams using hybrid near-surface embedded/externally bonded fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2019.117748
Abstract: Abstract The efficacy of hybrid near-surface embedded/externally bonded (NSE/EB) fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) for flexural strengthening of reinforced concrete (RC) beams was assessed experimentally. Bending tests were conducted on eight RC beams: 6 strengthened and… read more here.
Keywords: surface embedded; fabric; frcm; flexural strengthening ... See more keywords
Simple method to evaluate FRCM strengthening effects on in-plane shear capacity of masonry walls
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2020.121125
Abstract: Abstract Fabric Reinforced Cementitious Mortar (FRCM) strengthening demonstrated to be an efficient way to improve the in-plane shear capacity of masonry walls, in particular for its high compatibility with masonry substrate. Recently, Italian CNR guidelines… read more here.
Keywords: shear capacity; plane shear; masonry; frcm ... See more keywords
Durability of Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix (FRCM) Composites: A Review
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DOI: 10.3390/app10051714
Abstract: Strengthening and rehabilitation of masonry and concrete structures by means of externally bonded fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) (also referred to as textile reinforced mortar (TRM)) composites was proposed as an alternative to the use of… read more here.
Keywords: cementitious matrix; matrix frcm; fabric reinforced; frcm ... See more keywords
Analysis of the Behavior of FRCM Confined Clay Brick Masonry Columns
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DOI: 10.3390/fib8020011
Abstract: The behavior of FRCM (Fabric Reinforced Cementitious Mortar) confined clay brick masonry columns is analyzed in this paper. The results of an experimental investigation conducted on small-scale columns made by clay brick masonry confined with… read more here.
Keywords: masonry columns; brick masonry; clay brick; frcm ... See more keywords
Effect of PBO–FRCM Reinforcement on Stiffness of Eccentrically Compressed Reinforced Concrete Columns
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DOI: 10.3390/ma13051221
Abstract: This paper examines the effect of PBO (P-phenylene benzobisoxazole)–FRCM (Fabric Reinforced Cementitious Matrix) reinforcement on the stiffness of eccentrically compressed reinforced concrete columns. Reinforcement with FRCM consists of bonding composite meshes to the concrete substrate… read more here.
Keywords: stiffness; effect pbo; reinforcement; frcm ... See more keywords