Original PDF Ebook – Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications2nd Edition – 9780128203460

Original PDF Ebook – Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications2nd Edition – 9780128203460

Advanced Fibre-reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications, Second Edition provides updates on new research that has been carried out on the use of FRP composites for structural applications. These include the further development of advanced FRP composites materials that achieve lighter and stronger FRP composites, how to enhance FRP integrated behavior through matrix modification, along with information on pretension treatments and intelligence technology. The development of new technology such as automated manufacturing and processing of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have played a significant role in optimizing fabrication processing and matrix formation._x000D_
In this new edition, all chapters have been brought fully up-to-date to take on the key aspects mentioned above. The book’s chapters cover all areas relevant to advanced FRP composites, from the material itself, its manufacturing, properties, testing and applications in structural and civil engineering. Applications span from civil engineering, to buildings and the energy industry._x000D_
Covers all areas relevant to advanced FRP composites, from the material itself, its manufacturing, properties, testing and applications in structural engineering_x000D_
Features new manufacturing techniques, such as automated fiber placement and 3D printing of composites_x000D_
Includes various applications, such as prestressed-FRP, FRP made of short fibers, continuous structural health monitoring using advanced optical fiber Bragg grating (FBG), durability of FRP-strengthened structures, and the application of carbon nano-tubes or platelets for enhancing durability of FRP-bonded structures