Shear Strength of Concrete Beams Reinforced with FRP Bars

This book investigates the shear strength of concrete beams reinforced with Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) bars specifically Glass-FRP (GFRP) Carbon-FRP (CFRP) Aramid-FRP (AFRP) and Basalt-FRP (BFRP). Recognized for their high strength-to-weight ratios and exceptional corrosion resistance FRP materials serve as sustainable alternatives to traditional steel reinforcement particularly in aggressive environmental conditions. The book compares steel-reinforced concrete (RC) beams with and without shear reinforcement to FRP-reinforced beams. It reviews international standards such as ACI 440.11-22 and CSA S806-12 and reviews experimental and theoretical analyses to assess the influence of material properties reinforcement configurations and failure mechanisms on shear behavior. The findings demonstrate that FRP-reinforced beams exhibit adequate shear resistance highlighting their potential for enhancing structural resilience and longevity. The book concludes with recommendations for further research including long-term durability assessments design code refinements and optimized reinforcement strategies for various structural applications?.