Stress and strain relations of RC circular, square and rectangular columns externally wrapped with fiber ropes.

ABSTRACT: This study explores the potential use of low-cost natural fiber reinforced rope polymers (FRRP) to improve the compressive behavior of circular, square, and rectangular reinforced concrete (RC) specimens. A total of 42 specimens were tested under monotonic axial compression in three groups. Groups were formed to differentiate specimens with different cross-sectional shapes such as circular, square, and rectangular. The findings demonstrate that FRRP can effectively boost the compressive behavior of RC columns. Circular specimens with three-layer hemp FRRP exhibited a 200% increase in compressive strength and a 270% improvement in corresponding strain. Cotton FRRP provided a 117% boost in compressive strength and a 233% enhancement in strain. In square specimens, three-layer hemp FRRP resul

SUBMITTER: Hussain Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10879512 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature