Abstract
In this study, a finite element (FE) model for nonlinear FE analysis was developed to evaluate the performance of reinforced concrete (RC) T-beams, which were strengthened in the negative moment region by near-surface mounted (NSM) carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) rods under low cyclic loading. Furthermore, the rods' depth of embedment was the research variable. Every component of the beam is considered in the model, including the concrete, steel rebars, CFRP rod, CFRP sheet, adhesive, and stirrups. The nonlinear properties of concrete, steel rebars, and adhesive were taken into account, while that of the CFRP was assumed to be linearly elastic till rupture. In addition, the user-programmable capabilities of ABAQUS were used to define the degradation of each material under low cyclic loading. The developed FE model was then compared to some experimental measurements comprising two specimens strengthened with NSM-CFRP rods and one un-strengthened control specimen. Overall, the predicted FE mid-span deflection responses were in line with the corresponding measured experimentally tested data. Finally, the research findings were summarized.
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