Abstract
This chapter illustrates the construction of some buildings and structures using advanced polymer composite material, which is arguably the newest material to enter the construction industry but its utilization is growing rapidly. The most highly developed application to date is the use of advanced composites in repair and upgrading of bridge decks, utilizing the plate bonding technique, column wrapping, and other support elements to improve their ductility, particularly for seismic resistance. The more exciting application of advanced polymer composites is in the construction of new bridges and bridge deck replacement units. Research conducted throughout the world has resulted in the design of polymer-composite-material highway and footbridges, polymer composite bridge decks and in polymer composite bridge enclosures. Furthermore, there is demand for piling, poles, and highway overhead signposts. In piling applications the material has to withstand aggressive corrosive environment particularly in the splash zone in the case of marine piles.
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