Title of article :
THE FUTURE OF EXTERNAL APPLICATION OF FIBRE REINFORCED POLYMER IN CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE FOR TROPICAL CLIMATES REGION
Author/Authors :
Hashim, M.H.M. Universiti Teknologi MARA - Faculty of Civil Engineering, Malaysia , Sam, A.R.M. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia - Faculty of Civil Engineering, Malaysia , Hussin, M.W. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia - Faculty of Civil Engineering, Malaysia
Abstract :
Sustainable infrastructure may best describe the role of FRP composite in civil engineering application. FRP materials are very durable due to its non-corrodible characteristics as compared to steel. Rehabilitation of existing concrete structures may be necessary to overcome the increase in loading requirements and also environmental effect. Understanding and gaining more information on the structural and interfacial bonding behaviour of FRP-concrete system due to tropical climate exposure is vital for its long term application in the related region, especially for outdoor applications. It is crucial to study the tropical climate effect of using FRP and its matrix material in structures element in order to gain acceptance in a related country.
Keywords :
climate , durability , Fiber Reinforced Polymer , rehabilitation , interfacial bonding.
Journal title :
International Journal of Mechanical and Materials Engineering
Journal title :
International Journal of Mechanical and Materials Engineering
