Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications (Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering Book 46)

Over the past few decades, advanced composites have increasingly become smart materials for new structures and the renewal of existing civil engineering infrastructures. This book focuses on various aspects of advanced fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites in civil engineering and provides an overview of the applications of advanced FRP composites in civil and structural engineering in four parts. Each chapter within a part is written by a leading expert (or team of experts) and deals with a specific topic with detailed referencing to primary sources for further research.Part one deals with FRP composite matrix materials which provide the foundation for composite materials, with contributors reviewing the chemistry of phenolic resins together with their mechanical and thermal properties, polyester thermoset resins as matrix materials, the chemistry of vinylester resins, and epoxy resins commonly available on the market.The mechanical properties of FRP composites are dependent upon the ratio of fiber and matrix materials, the mechanical properties of the constituent materials, the fiber orientation in the matrix, and ultimately, the processing and methods of fabrication, which are the subject of part two. Chapters discuss prepreg processing, liquid composite molding (LCM), filament winding processes, and pultrusion of advanced FRP composites.Part three is devoted to the properties, performance, and testing of FRP composites and deals with the elastic property analysis of laminated advanced composites. This section gives a general overview of composite stiffness and assesses unidirectional reinforced composites and looks into the basic mechanisms involved in the environmental degradation of FRP composites and the impact of the ageing mechanisms of the polymer matrix on the mechanical properties of composites.Part four reviews the use of FRP composites in various structural applications. It covers a wide rage of application in civil engineering infrastructures, including advanced FRP composites to strengthen structures vulnerable to seismic damage, FRP composite materials for bridge construction and rehabilitation, the manufacture and rehabilitation of pipes and tanks in the oil and gas industry, and the rehabilitation of timber and concrete structures. Content: Cover; Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer(FRP) composites for structural applications; Copyright; Contents; Contributor contact details; Woodhead Publishing Series in Civil and Structural Engineering; 1Introduction; 1.1 References; Part I Materials; 2Phenolic resins as a matrix material in advanced fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites; 2.1 Introduction to phenolic resins; 2.2 Synthesis of phenolic-type matrices; 2.3 Phenols, aldehydes and other reagents; 2.4 Bio-based resins; 2.5 Composites from phenolic-type matrices; 2.6 Reinforcements; 2.7 Interfaces and voids 2.8 Mechanical properties2.9 Thermal properties; 2.10 Other properties: electrical conductivity, fire safety and recycling; 2.11 Conclusion and future trends; 2.12 Acknowledgements; 2.13 References; 3Polyester resins as a matrix material in advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites; 3.3 Polyesters as matrix materials; 3.4 Manufacture of polyester-based composites; 3.5 Reinforcements for polyester-based composites; 3.6 Applications of polymer-based composites; 3.7 Conclusion and future trends; 3.8 Acknowledgements 3.9 References4Vinylester resins as a matrix material in advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Vinylester and other resins as matrix materials; 4.3 Fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites as structural materials; 4.4 Fatigue, creep and other properties of structural composites; 4.5 Chemistry and properties of vinylester resins as matrix materials; 4.6 Applications of vinylester-based composites in civil engineering; 4.7 Conclusion and future trends; 4.8 Sources of further information and advice; 4.9 References 5Epoxy resins as a matrix material in advanced fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Curing reactions of epoxy resins; 5.3 Common epoxy resins; 5.4 Curing agents; 5.5 Bio-derived epoxy resins; 5.6 Mechanical properties; 5.7 Chemical properties; 5.8 Thermal and electrical properties; 5.9 Optical properties; 5.10 Applications; 5.11 Toxicity, hazard and safe handling; 5.12 Future trends; 5.13 Conclusion; 5.14 References; Part II Processing and fabrication; 6Prepreg processing of advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites; 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Prepreg semi-finished products6.3 Manufacturing processes; 6.4 Quality issues; 6.5 Conclusion and future trends; 6.6 References; 7Resin infusion/liquid composite moulding (LCM) of advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP); 7.1 Introduction; 7.2 Process description; 7.3 Simulation and experimental observations; 7.4 Rigid moulds; 7.5 Flexible moulds; 7.6 Current usage; 7.7 Case studies; 7.8 Future trends; 7.9 Conclusion; 7.10 Sources of further information and advice; 7.11 References; 8Filament winding processes in the manufacture of advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites Abstract: Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have become essential materials for the building of new structures and for the repair of existing infrastructure. This title provides an overview of different advanced FRP composites and the use of these materials in a variety of application areas. Read more... Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have become essential materials for the building of new structures and for the repair of existing infrastructure. Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites for structural applications provides an overview of different advanced FRP composites and the use of these materials in a variety of application areas.

Part one introduces materials used in the creation of advanced FRP composites including polyester, vinylester and epoxy resins. Part two goes on to explore the processing and fabrication of advanced FRP composites and includes chapters on prepreg processing and filament winding processes. Part three highlights properties of advanced FRP composites and explores how performance can be managed and tested. Applications of advanced FRP composites, including bridge engineering, pipe rehabilitation in the oil and gas industry and sustainable energy production, are discussed in part four.

With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites for structural applications is a technical resource for researchers and engineers using advanced FRP composites, as well as professionals requiring an understanding of the production and properties of advanced FRP composites, and academics interested in this field.

• Provides an overview of different advanced FRP composites and the use of these materials in a variety of application areas
• Introduces materials used in the creation of advanced FRP composites including polyester, vinylester and epoxy resins
• Explores the processing and fabrication of advanced FRP composites and includes chapters on prepreg processing and filament winding processes

Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have become essential materials for the building of new structures and for the repair of existing infrastructure. Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites for structural applications provides an overview of different advanced FRP composites and the use of these materials in a variety of application areas. Part one introduces materials used in the creation of advanced FRP composites including polyester, vinylester and epoxy resins. Part two goes on to explore the processing and fabrication of advanced FRP composites and includes chapters on prepreg processing and filament winding processes. Part three highlights properties of advanced FRP composites and explores how performance can be managed and tested. Applications of advanced FRP composites, including bridge engineering, pipe rehabilitation in the oil and gas industry and sustainable energy production, are discussed in part four. With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, Advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites for structural applications is a technical resource for researchers and engineers using advanced FRP composites, as well as professionals requiring an understanding of the production and properties of advanced FRP composites, and academics interested in this field. Provides an overview of different advanced FRP composites and the use of these materials in a variety of application areas Introduces materials used in the creation of advanced FRP composites including polyester, vinylester and epoxy resins Explores the processing and fabrication of advanced FRP composites and includes chapters on prepreg processing and filament winding processes