Seismic behavior and design of GFRP reinforced beam-column joints

Due to the lack of design procedures and inherent limitations associated with the use of glass-fiber reinforced polymer (GFRP) reinforcement in earthquake-resistant structures, GFRP reinforcement is currently limited to non- seismic concrete components, such as gravity columns or slabs. The goals of the partnership are to advance the behavior and design of GFRP-RC structures under seismic loads through experimental and analytical investigations. The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) developing novel solutions to overcome the current limitations of GFRP reinforcement in RC structures subjected to earthquake loads, and (2) establishing practical design procedures for the seismic design of GFRP-RC structures.

Faculty Supervisor:

Yi Shao

Student:

Partner:

MST Rebar Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure; Manufacturing

University:

McGill University

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