Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Stay In Place (SIP) formwork for structural concrete elements
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- Funding
- Self-Funded PhD Students Only
- Application deadline
- Year-round applications
About the project
About the Project The concept of using FRP composites for structurally integrated stay-in-place (SIP) formwork for structural concrete elements maximizes the advantages of both FRP and concrete; not only can the high strength of FRP be utilized effectively, but also FRP profiles can serve as permanent formwork. This system combines the advantages of rapid construction with the inherent durability of FRP composites, enabling economical and safer installations, superior durability in particular to atmospheric degradation, leading to reduced maintenance cost. Furthermore, the bottom FSIP eliminates the need for the installation of primary bottom reinforcement. The installation of FSIP form systems is different from the construction of conventional reinforced concrete elements. The proposed project will investigate the feasibility of using FRP-SIP form in structural concrete elements, for example slabs or beams. Key aspects to be studied are optimisation of the shape of FRP SIP, most appropriate method of achieving bond between concrete and FRP SIP as well as other elements in the structures, for example beams or columns. How to apply Formal applications can be made via the University of Bradford web site ; applicants will need to register an account, select 'Postgraduate Research' as the course and then use the keywords 'civil engineering'. Applicants should then specify the project title in the 'Research Proposal' section. About the University of Bradford Bradford is a research-active University supporting the highest-quality research. We excel in applying our research to benefit our stakeholders by working with employers and organisations world-wide across the private, public, voluntary and community sectors and actively encourage and support our postgraduate researchers to engage in research and business development activities. Positive Action Statement At the University of Bradford our vision is a world of inclusion and equality of opportunity, where people want to, and can, make a difference. We place equality and diversity, inclusion, and a commitment to social mobility at the centre of our mission and ethos. In working to make a difference we are committed to addressing systemic inequality and disadvantages experienced by Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and students. Under sections 158-159 of the Equality Act 2010, positive action can be taken where protected group members are under-represented. At Bradford, our data show that people from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic groups who are UK nationals are significantly under-represented at the postgraduate researcher level. These are lawful measures designed to address systemic and structural issues which result in the under-representation of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic students in PGR studies.