Issue 59

M. Madqour et al, Frattura ed Integrità Strutturale, 59 (2022) 62-77; DOI: 10.3221/IGF-ESIS.59.05

One layer

S01 (one layer)

S01U (one layer + 6U shape)

S01S (one layer + on sides) two layers

S02 U (two-layers + 6U shape)

S02 (two layers)

strengthening models

S02 S (two layers + on sides) three layers

S03U (three-layers + 8U shape)

S03 (three layers)

S03 S (three layers + on sides)

Figure 7: Strengthening configurations of specimens

To investigate the behavior of the beam when the size (width) of CFRP sheets is changed, nine FE models were developed. One of the beams was modeled as an un-strengthened control, while the other eight were strengthened using CFRP sheets

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