Description of work
Research involves reinforcement types and reinforcement processing techniques suitable for formwork with complicated geometries. Various types of traditional steel reinforcement and fibre reinforcement are evaluated, but also the possibility of using alternative materials such as fabric or textiles is considered. Reinforcement processing techniques suitable for complex formwork geometries will be developed, and the properties of the reinforced concrete specimens will be investigated. Furthermore, possible barriers in codes and standards will be identified. This also includes identification of the challenges when it comes to design calculations of carrying capacity, deflections and crack widths. To evaluate the distribution of reinforcing fibres, a measurement technique will be explored.
WP leader: Chalmers