Structural Strengthening and Reinforcement using Grid Composites - Zhi-Shen Wu

Structural Strengthening and Reinforcement using Grid Composites provides a comprehensive exploration of the use of grid composites for strengthening and rehabilitating concrete and masonry structures. Addressing the global challenges of structural deterioration and earthquake hazards, the book delves into the advantages of grid composites, such as their high strength-to-weight ratio, durability in harsh environments, and superior fatigue performance, while also examining limitations such as brittle behavior and undesirable failure modes. Through a combination of experimental, theoretical, and numerical studies, it offers systematic insights into bonding behavior, structural performance, analytical models, and design codes. Covering applications in bridges, tunnels, buildings, historic structures, and underwater constructions, this book is an essential resource for engineers, researchers, and graduate students in civil, structural, and material engineering, as well as professionals involved in structural design, manufacturing, and rehabilitation.