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Characterization Of The Interfacial Behavior Of Hybrid Fiber-Steel Lap Connections Fastened By Steel On Frp Anchors, Omnia Ragab Abou El-Hamd

Civil and Environmental Theses

Fiber reinforced polymers (FRP) are extensively used in several engineering fields due to their superior properties. In structural engineering applications, fiber polymers have been recently used for retrofitting and strengthening of existing structures. A common technique for strengthening steel structures involves bonding FRP composites to targeted steel elements. However, bonding practices and researches revealed undesirable brittle failure of the adhesive at the FRP-steel interface. A recent research program conducted at UAE University validated the effectiveness of using mechanically fastened hybrid FRP (HFRP) laminates in strengthening steel beams. Outcomes of the research program revealed that the fastening technique could provide a …