Analysis of the crack width of beams reinforced with FRP bars

The paper investigates and compares a selected issue of Serviceability Limit State (SLS) of simply supported reinforced concrete (RC) beams subjected to various values of flexural stresses. Characteristic crack widths of beams reinforced with various types of bars were calculated. Beams reinforced with Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP), Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) and Aramid Fiber Reinforced Polymer (AFRP) were examined. The computational analysis of beams reinforced with FRP bars was based on Italian guideline for the design (CNR-DT 203/2006) and in accordance with the EC2 (EN 1992-1-1:2004). Based on the conducted analysis, the effect of changing the service live load on the increase in crack width was presented.