From Material Level to Structural Use of Mineral-Based Composites—An Overview

This paper surveys different material combinations and applications in the field of mineral-based strengthening of concrete structures. Focus is placed on mechanical behaviour on material and component levels in different cementitious composites; with the intention of systematically maping the appli...

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Main Authors: Katalin Orosz, Thomas Blanksvärd, Björn Täljsten, Gregor Fischer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2010-01-01
Series:Advances in Civil Engineering
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2010/985843
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Summary:This paper surveys different material combinations and applications in the field of mineral-based strengthening of concrete structures. Focus is placed on mechanical behaviour on material and component levels in different cementitious composites; with the intention of systematically maping the applicable materials and material combinations for mineral-based strengthening. A comprehensive description of a particular strengthening system developed in Sweden and Denmark, denominated as Mineral-based Composites (MBCs), together with tests from composite material properties to structural elements is given. From tests and survey it can be concluded that the use of mineral-based strengthening system can be effectively used to increase the load bearing capacity of the strengthened structure. The paper concludes with suggestions on further development in the field of mineral-based strengthening.
ISSN:1687-8086
1687-8094