What question did this study set out to answer?

This study aims to explore the effectiveness of near-surface mounted CFRP laminates for flexural strengthening of RC beams in vertical and inclined orientations.

August 6, 2026Journal of Materials Science Materials in EngineeringOpen Access

Flexural strengthening of RC beams with NSM technique by vertical and inclined orientation of CFRP laminate

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

This study aims to explore the effectiveness of near-surface mounted CFRP laminates for flexural strengthening of RC beams in vertical and inclined orientations.
Experimentally tested six RC beams: four strengthened with NSM CFRP laminates and two control beams.
Used vertical (90°) and inclined (60°) orientations for CFRP laminate placement.
Measured ultimate loads, ductility, and failure modes.
Ultimate load for vertically oriented NSM beams increased by 63%, reaching 158 kN.
Ultimate load for inclined NSM beams improved by 91%, achieving 185 kN.
Inclined laminates resulted in a 17% higher load capacity compared to vertical orientations, with delayed crack initiation.

Discussion

No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.

Implication

Experimental investigation demonstrates improved flexural capacity in RC beams with CFRP laminates, indicating effective retrofitting strategies.

Cite This Study

P et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a7437d4764cddc9499d57ac https://doi.org/10.1186/s40712-026-00560-4

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

Implication

Experimental investigation demonstrates improved flexural capacity in RC beams with CFRP laminates, indicating effective retrofitting strategies.

Flexural strengthening of RC beams with NSM technique by vertical and inclined orientation of CFRP laminate

Key Points

Discussion

Implication

Cite This Study

Flexural strengthening of RC beams with NSM technique by vertical and inclined orientation of CFRP laminate

Key Points

Discussion

Implication

Cite This Study

Also Consider

Also Consider