Abstract
This research examines the bond behavior between fiber-reinforced
polymer (FRP) laminates and concrete. To obtain the local bond stress
versus slippage relationship, a double-face shear type bond test
is conducted. The primary test variables are the types of fiber and
concrete. The test results show that fiber stiffness influences both
the bond strength and shape of stress distribution. The obtained
local bond stress-slip relationships, however, are not influenced
by the type of fiber. Only the maximum local bond stress increases
as concrete compressive strength also increases. A new model representing
the local bond stress versus slippage relationship is proposed using
PopovicsВ’s formula, which has been adapted to present the concrete
compressive stress-strain relationship. A numerical analysis is performed
to confirm the model, and experimental results are presented. The
analytical results show a good agreement with the bond strength and
strain distribution found in the experimental results.
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