Abstract
At present, the distributed long-gauge optical sensor on fiber reinforced polymer(FRP) bar cannot be manufactured through integrated production. On the other hand, the point-sensing technology of the self-sensing bar will cause deviations in structural health monitoring (SHM). To solve these issues, applying the graphene/epoxy on FRP members is a feasible method for the piezoresistive characteristics of graphene. In this paper, basalt FRP (BFRP) bars with graphene/epoxy film were tested under static tensile load and the resistance was measured at the same time until they were broken down. The results suggested that the changing rate of resistance was linearly correlated to the strain. This fact indicated that the graphene-modified BFRP bar can well reflect the stress condition of the structural member within a safe range.
Publisher
Trans Tech Publications, Ltd.
Subject
Mechanical Engineering,Mechanics of Materials,General Materials Science
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