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SEAOC Webinar: Structural Observation and Inspection Practices for Externally Bonded FRP Composites
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Structural Observation and Inspection Practices for Externally-Bonded FRP Composites
Amir Bonakdar, PhD, PE, Fyfe
12 noon - 1:00 p.m. PST, Wed., Nov. 20
The use of externally bonded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) has expanded over the last 30-years and yet it is still considered to be innovative. With any new technology there exists a learning curve with respect to the experience of designers, plan checkers, contractors, and inspectors. This includes structural observation and inspection of the installed FRP and taking actions for any required repair or remedies. The structures that are retrofitted with FRP may experience a variety of natural or accidental events that can be cause for concern. Therefore, it is essential to know what to look for and what tests to perform to verify the in-situ performance of an FRP system.
Amir Bonakdar, PhD, PE is a business development manager for Fyfe FRP in Southern California. He has a master’s degree in structural engineering from the University of Tehran (2006) and a PhD from Arizona State University (2010). After graduation, Amir served as an instructor and researcher at the university, related to concrete and composite material testing, characterization and modeling. Prior to Fyfe, Amir served as the BD manager for Euclid Chemical and was involved in specifying concrete technology and concrete repair for hundreds of projects in the US and internationally. He is the current chair of ACI 544 (fiber-reinforced concrete), voting member of ACI 360 (design of slabs on ground) and an associate member of ACI 440 (fiber-reinforced polymer). Amir is an active member of SEAOSC and SEAOSD.
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