Flexural Behavior of One-Way Concrete Slabs Reinforced by Fiber Reinforced Plastic Reinforcements

Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) reinforcements are currently used for special concrete structures in areas sensitive to magnetic fields and severe environmental conditions that accelerate corrosion of the steel reinforcements, and consequently leads to deterioration of the structure. This paper presents test results of eight one-way concrete slabs reinforced with glass-fiber, carbon-fiber, and conventional steel reinforcements. The slabs were tested under static loading conditions to determine their flexural and shear limit states, including the behavior prior to cracking, cracking, ultimate capacities, and modes of failure. Based on this investigation, design recommendations and guidelines are proposed.