A Review on Strengthening of Timber Beams Using Fiber Reinforced Polymers

Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) has been used in the construction industry because of its advantages such as high strength, light weight, corrosion resistance, low density and elasticity. This paper presents a review bonding techniques adopted to strengthen timber beams using FRP achieve larger spans. Different methods between have summarized with focus on influencing factors their effects well relevant bond-slip models proposed for fundamental understanding. Experimental investigations evaluate flexural performance strengthened by bars, sheets wraps also critically reviewed identify key parameters. Limited research available shear analyzed determine timber-FRP beams. The finally an overall summary current-state-of-the-art proposes some future directions field.