• Tunnel and Underground Space
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• v.34 no.5
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• pp.433-448
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• 2024

Steel rebar is commonly used as reinforcement in reinforced concrete (RC) structures. However, steel rebar corrodes over time, leading to a significant reduction in structural safety as the structure ages. Therefore, Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic (GFRP) rebar, which is not prone to corrosion, has gained attention as a replacement for conventional steel reinforcement. This study investigates the fundamental technology required for applying GFRP rebar to concrete members. Based on this, the bond behavior and tension stiffening effect of GFRP-reinforced members were analyzed. The analysis revealed that key properties of GFRP rebar, such as bond behavior, rebar diameter, and reinforcement ratio, are major factors influencing the tension stiffening effect. To further expand the application of GFRP rebar,it is expected that a new model that accurately reflects the tension stiffening effect will be required.