Title : MULTI-FUNCTIONAL FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE FOR SUSTAINABLE STRUCTURES
Authors : N. Banthia University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Email:banthia@civil.ubc.ca
Publication : December 19-21, 2013
Volume :
Pages : 56-65
Price : 250
Abstract : Civil infrastructure around the world is in a state of utter disrepair and significant efforts are needed on the part of all stakeholders to render our failing infrastructure back to a serviceable and safe state. The root of the problem is at the apparent lack of durability in our construction materials, inability on part of the owners to provide timely maintenance, absence of advanced condition assessment tools and lack of long-lasting, cost effective repair materials and technologies. This paper will present data to support the argument that fiber reinforced concrete (FRC) is an ideal material for achieving these goals. The paper also discusses smart fiber reinforced concrete materials carrying carbon fibers and carbon nano-tubes that possess sensing abilities. These materials can help us develop intelligent infrastructure with elegantly integrated sensing and health monitoring abilities.