Enhancing the performance of masonry structures using fiber-reinforced polymer technologies under in-plane Loading: A comprehensive review
Houria HERNOUNE, Ouided HERIHIRI
Abstract. Unreinforced Masonry (URM) buildings are highly vulnerable to seismic forces. To improve their strength and ductility, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) materials are increasingly used for retrofitting and rehabilitation. This study presents a comprehensive review of FRP strengthening techniques, including Near-Surface Mounted (NSM-FRP) and Externally Bonded (EB-FRP) methods. The effectiveness of these techniques in enhancing the in-plane and out-of-plane behavior of masonry walls is examined through experimental investigations and numerical modeling. The review also explores the advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of FRP strengthening, contributing to a better understanding of masonry behavior and the potential of FRP composites in improving masonry structure performance. While the literature suggests a promising future for FRP applications, further research is crucial to develop comprehensive design guidelines for retrofitting and rehabilitation.
Keywords
Masonry, FRP, Strengthening, Near-Surface Mounted, Externally Bonded FRP
Published online 2/25/2025, 10 pages
Copyright © 2025 by the author(s)
Published under license by Materials Research Forum LLC., Millersville PA, USA
Citation: Houria HERNOUNE, Ouided HERIHIRI, Enhancing the performance of masonry structures using fiber-reinforced polymer technologies under in-plane Loading: A comprehensive review, Materials Research Proceedings, Vol. 48, pp 559-568, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21741/9781644903414-61
The article was published as article 61 of the book Civil and Environmental Engineering for Resilient, Smart and Sustainable Solutions
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