TUNNELS ARE BEST BUILT WITH BFRP REBAR
Why should tunnels and bridges be constructed with BFRP Rebar?
The application of Basalt fiber reinforced polymer (BFRP) reinforcement
in concrete structures, has encountered increasing interest worldwide,
for several applications in civil engineering.
The main advantages of the BFRP material are the lightweight, the high
tensile strength and non-corrosive properties.
In underground structures mechanically excavated by means of a tunnel
boring machine (TBM), the lining is composed of precast elements, placed
by the TBM during the excavation process and used as reaction elements
during the advancing phase
The application of BFRP reinforcement as a substitute for steel rebars in the
precast segments of tunnel lining could represent a suitable solution to the
challenges of underground construction in terms of maintenance cost and
durability.
Furthermore, the use of this non-corrosive reinforcement in the tunnel
segments allow for reducing the concrete cover which is usually a weak point for
this kind of structure, since it can crash during handling or due to TBM
thrusts.
In addition, the BFRP reinforcement solution appears very interesting for the
parts of the tunnel that have to be eventually removed (niches, vent channels
, openings and stations), due to the easiness of demolition and disposal.
BFRP Rebar is perfect for tunnels, especially those close to water due to its
non-corrosive nature, high specific strength, high specific stiffness, and lower
specific weight relative to steel.
Lastly, BFRP Rebar should be used in tunnel construction because it is less expensive than steel and requires less maintenance.
Arab Basalt Fiber Company is a completely integrated production facility for
the Basalt Fiber Reinforcement Polymer Rebar, located in the Emirate of
Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates.
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about Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer Rebar to your organization, Please
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