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A finite element model for hygrothermal analysis of masonry walls with FRP reinforcement

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Title: A finite element model for hygrothermal analysis of masonry walls with FRP reinforcement
Authors: Khoshbakht, Mehran1 mehran.khoshbakht@honeywell.com, Lin, Mark W.1, Feickert, Carl A.2
Source: Finite Elements in Analysis & Design. Jun2009, Vol. 45 Issue 8/9, p511-518. 8p.
Subjects: Finite element method, Hygrothermoelasticity, Masonry, Polymers
Abstract: Abstract: Modeling of moisture migration and heat transfer in fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite upgraded masonry structures is of great importance, since the interfacial adhesive between the reinforcing FRP laminate and the host masonry is prone to moisture damages. In this paper, a generic theoretical formulation was first developed to model moisture and heat transport in a layered structure consisting of distinct materials. This formulation was based on the framework of the hygrothermal model presented by Philip and De Vries for a monolithic porous medium. Finite element implementation of the formulation was subsequently used to model moisture and heat transport in an FRP reinforced masonry block. Analytical results were then compared with experimental data to validate the model. Parametric studies were then performed for a concrete block with a reinforcing FRP laminate partially covering one surface. The results showed that changing temperature gradient affects the moisture distribution considerably. This effect was found particularly significant at the concrete/FRP interface where a drastic change in local temperature gradient is present. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
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Abstract:Abstract: Modeling of moisture migration and heat transfer in fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite upgraded masonry structures is of great importance, since the interfacial adhesive between the reinforcing FRP laminate and the host masonry is prone to moisture damages. In this paper, a generic theoretical formulation was first developed to model moisture and heat transport in a layered structure consisting of distinct materials. This formulation was based on the framework of the hygrothermal model presented by Philip and De Vries for a monolithic porous medium. Finite element implementation of the formulation was subsequently used to model moisture and heat transport in an FRP reinforced masonry block. Analytical results were then compared with experimental data to validate the model. Parametric studies were then performed for a concrete block with a reinforcing FRP laminate partially covering one surface. The results showed that changing temperature gradient affects the moisture distribution considerably. This effect was found particularly significant at the concrete/FRP interface where a drastic change in local temperature gradient is present. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]
ISSN:0168874X
DOI:10.1016/j.finel.2009.02.007