Demonstration of Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Composite Rebar on a Full-Scale Concrete Bridge Deck.
Abstract
This report describes work conducted as part of a Construction Productivity Advancement Research (CPAR) project intended to demonstrate the effectiveness of fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) reinforcement bars used in a fill I-scale bridge deck. The main benefit of FRP over mild steel reinforcement is its resistance to corrosive environments, which could significantly extend the service life of various reinforced concrete structures. A bridge needing replacement was identified near McKinleyville, WV, and the replacement was designed and constructed using FRP rebar instead of steel. This report describes the design methodologies necessary for utilizing FRP rebars in concrete reinforcement, and uses the actual replacement McKinleyville bridge deck design as an example. Also included are descriptions of activities by various research and standards organizations working to develop material specifications and design criteria for using FRP rebars as concrete reinforcement.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1997
- Accession Number
- ADA331168
Entities
People
- Hemanth K. Thippeswamy
- Hota V. Gangarao
- Johnathan C. Trovillion
- Lena Yoe
- Sanjeev V. Kumar
Organizations
- Construction Engineering Research Laboratory