Effect of Elevated Temperature on Tensile Properties and Pullout Behavior of Mineral Impregnated Glass Fiber Reinforcements

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Abstract

Mineral impregnated fiber reinforcements (MIF) are an emerging alternative to conventional fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP), due to their superior thermomechanical performance at elevated temperatures. Recently, a novel type of MIF based on alkaline-resistant glass fibers and magnesium oxychloride cement has been introduced [1], providing a new perspective with regard to enhanced sustainability in the construction sector. The study at hand investigated the impact of elevated temperatures on the mechanical performance and bond behavior of mineral impregnated glass fiber reinforcements (MGF). Both the mineral impregnation and the high-strength concrete matrix are based on magnesium oxychloride cement, representing an innovative and more sustainable composite than commonly applied cementitious systems. At room temperature, the developed MGF showed outstanding mechanical properties under flexural and tensile loads, which can be attributed to the excellent mechanical properties of the individual components at room temperature, as well as the excellent fiber-matrix distribution in the prepared composites, as proven via scanning electron microscopy and computer tomography. However, flexural and tensile tests after exposure to elevated temperatures revealed a negative impact at temperatures as low as 200 °C on the used alkaline-resistant (AR-) glass fibers. This detrimental effect ultimately overshadows the enhanced thermomechanical performance of the applied mineral impregnation.

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Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication12th International Conference on FRP Composites in Civil Engineering, CICE 2025
EditorsJoão R. Correia, José Gonilha, João Firmo, Mário Garrido, Susana Cabral-Fonseca
PublisherSpringer Science and Business Media B.V.
Pages1588-1595
Number of pages8
Volume1
ISBN (electronic)978-3-032-09399-8
ISBN (print)978-3-032-09398-1, 978-3-032-09401-8
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2026
Peer-reviewedYes

Publication series

Series Lecture notes in civil engineering
Volume777 LNCE
ISSN2366-2557

Conference

Title12th International Conference on Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites in Civil Engineering
Abbreviated titleCICE 2025
Conference number12
Duration14 - 16 July 2025
Website
Degree of recognitionInternational event
LocationUniversity of Lisbon
CityLisbon
CountryPortugal

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Keywords

  • bond behavior, mineral impregnated fiber reinforcements, temperature