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By
L.C. Hollaway, Composite Structures Research Unit, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Surrey, Guildford GU2 5XH, UK
P.R. Head, Maunsell, Maunsell House, 160, Croydon Road, Beckenham BR3 4DE, UK
Description
In recent years, the fabrication technologies for the production of advanced polymer composites have been revolutionised by sophisticated
manufacturing techniques. These methods have enabled polymer composite materials to produce good quality laminates with minimal voids
and accurate fibre alignment.
This book familiarises and provides a background to the understanding and use of advanced polymer composites
in the civil infrastructure; numerous examples have been provided to illustrate the use and versatility of the material. Furthermore,
the book discusses the current fabrication techniques, design methods and formulae for the design of structural composite systems. In
addition it discusses the fundamentals of geosynthetics used in geotechnical engineering. The book introduces the fibres and matrices
that are used to manufacture composites, their mechanical and in-service properties and their long term loading characteristics; all
these properties are specifically associated with the construction industry. The chapters then discuss the design aspects for 'all composite'
units, as well as systems used for the renewal of civil infrastructure. Finally, the book demonstrated the unique possibilities of combining
composites with conventional materials to form units in which the various materials making up the unit are loaded in the mode that specifically
suits their mechanical characteristics.
Audience
For practicing civil and structural engineering who require updating on the latest developments in the utilisation of advanced composite
materials. Research students in the field of composites in civil engineering will also find this an invaluable guide.
Contents
Chapter Headings.
Introduction. Advanced composite materials and their components. Manufacture and properties of advanced
composites relevant to civil engineering. Limit state design. FRP strengthening and repair of reinforced concrete systems. Advanced
polymer composite reinforcement for concrete construction. Geotechnical applications. Applications in advanced polymer composite constructions.
The future for advanced polymer composites in the civil infrastructure.
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Hardbound, 336 pages, publication date: JUL-2001
ISBN-13: 978-0-08-043661-6
ISBN-10: 0-08-043661-7
Imprint: ELSEVIER
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