Sustainability Potential of Polyester Fabric Reinforced Concrete Beam

Abstract

Concrete reinforced with polyester fabric is a novel material that combines the improved performance qualities of polyester fabric reinforcement with the structural advantages of conventional concrete. This study assesses polyester fabric reinforced concrete beams' mechanical and structural performance in order to determine whether or not they can replace conventional steel reinforcement. Evaluating polyester fabric's effect on concrete beams' tensile strength, flexural performance, fracture resistance, and durability is the main goal. Reinforced concrete, made of polyester fabric, is incorporated into the concrete matrix to offer a corrosion-resistant, lightweight, and flexible reinforcing solution. Polyester fabric reinforcement improves load-bearing capacity and deformation control by strengthening the concrete's resistance to tensile stresses. In this study, the flexural strength and load-deflection behavior of beams reinforced with polyester fabric were assessed under both static and dynamic loading situations .In comparison to traditional concrete beams with steel reinforcement, the results demonstrated that polyester fabric reinforced concrete beams demonstrated increased crack resistance, higher energy absorption capacity, and decreased crack width. Furthermore, the addition of polyester fabric resulted in a decrease in the overall weight of the beam, making it an economical and environmentally friendly choice for building. The study also looked at the advantages of employing polyester fabric reinforcement for the environment, including how it can reduce steel use and be repurposed to meet global sustainability goals. According to the research, polyester fabric reinforced concrete beamsare a viable option for infrastructure projects that call for strong, long lasting, and environmentally friendly materials. Polyester fabric reinforced concrete beams not only exceed the mechanical performance requirements for structural applications, but they also help reduce the environmental impact of the building sector. And all the tests we have done are: compression test cylinder and beam, elongation test and pull-out test of polyester fabric.The main reason for doing this test is to check the bearing capacity of the rope and stability inside the concrete and to reduce the weight and cost of the beam.