Experimental investigation on flexural behaviour of composite PVC encased macro-synthetic fibre reinforced concrete walls

• Fifteen composite PVC encased concrete wall specimens were tested at UTS Tech Lab. For flexural testing, three-point bending test on a three-metre span was chosen. Using BarChip 48 leads to 43.5% strength improvement and 25% stiffness enhancement. walls exhibit 2.4 % more capacity than conventional reinforced walls. without rebars are suitable for sway-prevented structures. Composite provide substantial advantages in terms of structural durability enhancement, ultraviolet radiation pest infestation resistance, design flexibility, ease construction excellent resistance impact. In this study, the effects using macro-synthetic fibre behaviour comparison with filled plain have been experimentally investigated. cast test. Based load-deflection curves resulting from tests, parameters including ultimate loads, strengths, rigidity values cracked uncracked conditions determined three different cases i) concrete, ii) iii) concrete. The as well measured compared final findings discussed. it has become apparent that instead can lead enhancement age 28 days. experimental measurements theoretical concluded steel reinforcement, deemed structures such retaining If reinforcement is not an option due high-risk corrosion harsh environment; highly recommended be ensure safety integrity type