Ultra-high performance concrete reinforced with stainless steel fibres: from material optimization to structural component response

Author(s): D. Corvez, E. Ferrier, L. Michel, A. Ammouche, J-P. Commène
Paper category: Symposium
Book title: RILEM-fib-AFGC International Symposium on Ultra-High Performance Fibre-Reinforced Concrete
Editor(s): F. Toutlemonde, J. Resplendino
Print ISBN: 978-2-35158-130-8
e-ISBN: 978-2-35158-131-5
Publisher: RILEM Publications S.A.R.L
Pages: 777 – 788
Total Pages: 12
Language: English

Abstract: 
UHPFRC elements that are reinforced with stainless steel fibres can, after several years, suffer from unattractive, rusty surface points – although tests and publications have validated the material’s mechanical integrity under aggressive conditions. For some architectural applications (especially those in white), it was necessary to develop specific solutions in order to cope with this aesthetic issue respecting AFGC/SETRA recommendations. Consequently, a test program of UHPFRC reinforced with stainless steel fibres has been performed at the material level (mechanical characteristics, aesthetical and durability) to verify the structural response was verified on concrete element level and at the project level the applicability of this solution was demonstrated.

Online publication: 2014
Publication Type: full_text
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