Comparative Study for Shear Strengthening of Beams by Using Basalt Fiber Reinforced Polymer, Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer and Banana Fiber Reinforced Polymer

Abstract

Reinforced concrete constructions are sensitive to extreme loadings such as earthquake disasters and
unintentional accidents in structural and civil engineering. There is a growing demand to enhance the fatigue
effectiveness of reinforced concrete structural components, particularly beams, as well as extend their fatigue
life. The process of enhancing existing structures to make them more earthquake resistant is known as
retrofitting. This study discusses the use of modern materials in retrofitting reinforced concrete structures,
which is a recent advancement in the field of reinforced concrete structure strengthening. Fiber reinforced
plastics are more efficient than traditional retrofitting procedures, as demonstrated in this study. The primary
aim of this study is to recommend the best fiber reinforced polymer for shear strengthening. Shear beam
strengthening employing basalt fiber reinforced polymer, carbon fiber reinforced polymer and banana fiber
reinforced polymer is part of this work. Codal provisions are used to calculate the properties of each fiber
reinforced polymer. By comparing the results, the optimum fiber reinforced polymer for shear beam
strengthening is recommended.