Seismic Retrofit and Repair of Infrastructure Using Fiber...

Seismic retrofitting or repair of any structure requires the use of materials that best suit the specific demands of the individual application. Until recently, engineers have been limited to conventional repair methods such as concrete and steel. The use of FRP materials is gaining acceptance by both civil and structural engineers as a viable strengthening scheme. Authors: Edward Fyfe, Amy Almquist, Fyfe Co. LLC, San Diego, CA.