FRP Design Methodology and Applications for Blast and Impact-Resistant Structures-Update on the “Blast Design Guidelines for Externally Bonded FRP Applications” Standard (Recorded Presentation)

Update on the “Blast Design Guidelines for Externally Bonded FRP Applications” Standard (Recorded Presentation)

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Jason Florek, a senior engineer at Stone Security Engineering, discusses the development of the "Blast Design Guidelines for Externally Bonded FRP Applications" by the ACI 370 Blast Impact Load Effects Committee. These guidelines, currently in draft review, aim to provide design guidance for concrete and masonry walls reinforced with FRP (Fiber-Reinforced Polymer) to withstand blast loads. The guidelines cover only out-of-plane flexural upgrades for reinforced and unreinforced concrete and masonry. They emphasize using existing ACI documents and introduce enhancements in dynamic material properties, considering deformation outcomes and levels of protection. Florek explains the principles of single degree of freedom methodology to track deflection in structures, highlighting the importance of conservative connection design. Future sections will include dynamic material properties, resistance functions, shear limits, and will be detailed in subsequent talks. The guidelines serve as a framework adaptable by various agencies and companies upon publication.

Keywords

Blast Design Guidelines

FRP Applications

Concrete and Masonry

Dynamic Material Properties

Single Degree of Freedom