Fiber-Reinforced Composites for New Construction and Rehabilitation of Existing Structures

Dear Colleagues,

The use of fiber-reinforced polymers (FRPs) as reinforcing bars in new construction eliminates corrosion problems, thus leading to long-lasting sustainable structures. The rehabilitation and/or strengthening of existing structures with innovative fiber-reinforced composite materials would extend their functional service lives and minimize their repair cycles, thus promoting the concept of sustainability in the constructions industry. Additionally, the use of fibers has a potential to improve the characteristics of recycled aggregate concrete and geopolymer-based/cement-free construction materials, thus making them suitable for a wider range of applications in the construction sector.

The aim of this Special Issue is to bring together state-of-the-art research related to the use of fiber-reinforced composites for both the new construction and rehabilitation of existing structures. It covers characterization, applications, and performance evaluation of a wide range of innovative fiber-reinforced construction materials in the construction industry. In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Reinforcing of concrete structures with FRP bars.
• Repair and strengthening of structures with fiber-reinforced composites.
• Fiber-reinforced recycled construction materials.
• Fiber-reinforced alkali-activated construction materials.
• Fiber-reinforced geopolymer-based construction materials.
• Durability of fiber-reinforced construction materials.
• Service life of fiber-reinforced construction materials and structures.
• Environmental impacts of fiber-reinforced construction materials.
• Life cycle assessment of structures made and/or repaired with fiber-reinforced composites.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Prof. Dr. Tamer El Maaddawy
Prof. Dr. Farid Abed
Guest Editors

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• composites
• fibers
• rehabilitation
• strengthening