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3 articles for “aramid FRP”
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Effectiveness of Concrete Retrofitted with FRP Wrapping Subjected to Higher Temperature
Abstract: This work aims to provide additional insight into the behavior of fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) laminates at high temperatures. The compressive properties of concrete coated in fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) under elevated heat levels. The study addresses the important issue of assessing the performance of structural elements, specifically concrete columns, in the event of a fire. Recently, there has been increased interest in fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials as a possible concrete …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 17–28 Read article
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Recent Progress in Near-Surface Mounted Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Strengthening Systems: Composite Materials, Adhesive Technologies, and Interfacial Bonding
Abstract: Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have emerged as one of the most promising classes of advanced engineering materials for structural strengthening and rehabilitation owing to their high specific strength, excellent corrosion resistance, fatigue durability, and design flexibility. Among various strengthening approaches, near-surface mounted (NSM) systems have gained significant attention because they provide enhanced bond performance, improved protection against environmental exposure, and superior utilization of FRP reinforcement compared with conventional externally bonded …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Advanced Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites: Processing, Nano-Modified Adhesive Technologies, Interfacial Engineering, Durability, and Structural Applications—A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites are considered to be one of the most universal categories of advanced engineering materials owing to their unique properties such as outstanding strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, fatigue durability, and wide opportunities for design. Innovations in the fields of fiber reinforcement, polymer matrix system, composite manufacturing technologies, and nano-modified adhesives technology have greatly extended the range of applications of this type of materials in aerospace, automotive, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 980–990 Read article