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The use of fibre-reinforced polymers (FRP) in bridges as a favourable solution for the environment

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The purpose of this article is to show the modern engineering, in which sustainability and taking care of ecology play a significant role. The authors are focused on FRP composite materials and their applications in civil engineering. Case studies showing renovation and design of new bridges with the use of FRP are presented and discussed to clarify benefits, which this solution provides. Main advantages of FRP materials in comparison with traditional ones, like concrete or steel are showed. The environmental impact of composites is described with respect to all life cycle of a product. Furthermore, some forms of waste management are covered. Last part of the paper refers to scientific description of the pedestrian bridge made of FRP, which was realized under the Fobridge research grant. The group of researchers headed by professor Chróścielewski from Gdansk University of Technology has developed a design solution of the pedestrian bridge manufactured in one production cycle. Moreover, the footbridge construction contains a significant share of a recyclable material commonly called PET. The article contains main characteristics of the structure and production process based on the resin infusion.

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Title of issue:
9th Conference on Interdisciplinary Problems in Environmental Protection and Engineering EKO-DOK 2017 strony 102 - 110
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English
Publication year:
2017
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Żyjewski A., Chróścielewski J., Pyrzowski Ł..: The use of fibre-reinforced polymers (FRP) in bridges as a favourable solution for the environment, W: 9th Conference on Interdisciplinary Problems in Environmental Protection and Engineering EKO-DOK 2017, 2017, ,.
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