FRP Cables to Prestress RC Beams: State of the Art vs. a Split Wedge Anchorage System
Versatility and high performance in terms of specific stiffness and strength, as well as non-corrosive sensitivity, make FRP (Fiber-Reinforced Polymer) cables a viable alternative to steel ones in the development of prestressing systems. On the other hand, the orthotropic and brittle nature of FRPs...
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MDPI AG
2021-05-01
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/11/5/209 |