Research and development of fibre composites in civil infrastructure - the Australian experience [Keynote address]
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Paper/Presentation Title | Research and development of fibre composites in civil infrastructure - the Australian experience [Keynote address] |
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Presentation Type | Paper |
Authors | |
Author | Aravinthan, Thiru |
Editors | Ueda, Tamon |
Journal or Proceedings Title | Proceedings of the 3rd Asia-Pacific Conference on FRP in Structures (APFIS 2012) |
ERA Conference ID | 50255 |
Number of Pages | 8 |
Year | 2012 |
Place of Publication | Hokkaido, Japan |
Web Address (URL) of Paper | http://www.eng.hokudai.ac.jp/labo/maintenance/APFIS2012/ |
Conference/Event | 3rd Asia-Pacific Conference on FRP in Structures (APFIS 2012) |
Asia-Pacific Conference on FRP in Structures | |
Event Details | 3rd Asia-Pacific Conference on FRP in Structures (APFIS 2012) Event Date 02 to end of 04 Feb 2012 Event Location Sapporo, Japan |
Event Details | Asia-Pacific Conference on FRP in Structures APFIS |
Abstract | During the past 15 years, there have been considerable activities in the research and development of fibre composites (FC) in the Australian construction industry. Areas of activity have included bridge systems, replacement of hardwood girders, marine structures and strengthening of existing structures. The Centre of Excellence in Engineered Fibre Composites (CEEFC), a Research Centre at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) has played a leading role in these developments. This work has involved not only the initial concept development but also the construction and deployment of full-scale prototypes. Through close involvement of major asset owners including state road and rail authorities and city councils, these technologies have evolved from initial technology demonstrators to become viable commercial alternatives to traditional structural solutions. This paper highlights some of the past and present research and development (R&D) projects on engineered fibre composites that the authors have been involved in. These projects include the development of the Australia’s first fibre composite bridge, innovative strengthening systems using fibre composites, fibre composite railway sleepers, a fibre composite windmill structure and other innovative applications of engineered fibre composites in civil infrastructure. Future R&D prospects on this advanced composite material are also discussed. |
Keywords | fibre composites; research and development; bridges; structural rehabilitation |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 400504. Construction engineering |
400510. Structural engineering | |
401602. Composite and hybrid materials | |
Public Notes | This is a keynote paper. Copyrighted. |
Byline Affiliations | Centre of Excellence in Engineered Fibre Composites |
Institution of Origin | University of Southern Queensland |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/q1x24/research-and-development-of-fibre-composites-in-civil-infrastructure-the-australian-experience-keynote-address
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