The use of fibrous materials in civil engineering, both as structural reinforcement and in non-structural applications such as geotextiles, is an importantand interesting development. Fibrous and composite materials for civil engineering applications analyses the types and properties of fibrous textile and structures and their applications in reinforcement and civil engineering. Part 1introduces different types of fibrous textiles and structures. Chapters coverthe properties of natural and man-made fibres and of yarns, as well as an overview of textile structures. Part 2 focuses on fibrous material use in concrete reinforcement, with chapters on the properties and applications of steel fibre reinforced concrete, natural fibre reinforced concrete and the role of fibre reinforcement in mitigating shrinkage cracks. In part 3, the applications offibrous material-based composites in civil engineering are covered. Chapters concentrate on production techniques and applications such as reinforcement ofinternal structures, structural health monitoring and textile materials in architectural membranes. With its distinguished editor and international team ofcontributors, Fibrous and composite materials for civil engineering applications is a standard reference for fabric and composite manufacturers, civil engineers and professionals, as well as academics with a research interest in thisfield. INDICE: Part 1 Types of fibrous textiles and structures: Natural and man-made fibres: physical properties; Yarns: Production, processability and properties; Textile structures. Part 2 Fibrous materials as a concrete reinforcement material: Steel fiber reinforced concrete: material properties and structural applications; Natural fiber reinforced concrete; The role of fiber reinforcement in mitigating shrinkage cracks in concrete. Part 3 Fibrous materials based composites for civil engineering applications: Fibrous materials reinforced composites production techniques; Fibrous materials reinforced composite for internal reinforcement of concrete structures; Fibrous materials reinforced composites for structural health monitoring; Fibrous insulation materials in building engineering applications; Acoustic behaviour of fibrous materials; The use of textile materials for architectural membranes.
- ISBN: 978-1-84569-558-3
- Editorial: WOODHEAD PUBLISHING LIMITED
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 400
- Fecha Publicación: 01/03/2011
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés