40.19.2 - Retrofitting Techniques
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What is jacketing?
💡 Hint: Think about enhancing existing structures.
Name a key benefit of using FRP wrapping.
💡 Hint: Consider the properties of materials.
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What is the primary aim of jacketing?
💡 Hint: Consider the reinforcement aspect.
FRP wrapping is typically used for which purpose?
💡 Hint: Think about lightweight reinforcement.
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Design a retrofitting plan for a multi-story building in a seismic zone, incorporating all four techniques discussed.
💡 Hint: Think about how each technique supports overall structural integrity.
Evaluate the effectiveness of FRP wrapping in a historical brick structure vs. a modern concrete one.
💡 Hint: Consider material compatibility and the context of each structure.
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