Edoardo Cosenza

Bio: Edoardo Cosenza is an academic researcher from University of Naples Federico II. The author has contributed to research in topics: Fibre-reinforced plastic & Concrete cover. The author has an hindex of 33, co-authored 93 publications receiving 6078 citations. Previous affiliations of Edoardo Cosenza include University of Salerno & Missouri University of Science and Technology.

Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites for Construction—State-of-the-Art Review

Abstract: A concise state-of-the-art survey of fiber-reinforced polymer (also known as fiber-reinforced plastic) composites for construction applications in civil engineering is presented. The paper is organized into separate sections on structural shapes, bridge decks, internal reinforcements, externally bonded reinforcements, and standards and codes. Each section includes a historical review, the current state of the art, and future challenges.

Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites for Construction—State-of-the-Art Review

Abstract: A concise state-of-the-art survey of fiber-reinforced polymer (also known as fiber-reinforced plastic) composites for construction applications in civil engineering is presented. The paper is organized into separate sections on structural shapes, bridge decks, internal reinforcements, externally bonded reinforcements, and standards and codes. Each section includes a historical review, the current state of the art, and future challenges.

REXEL: computer aided record selection for code-based seismic structural analysis

Abstract: In code-based seismic design and assessment it is often allowed the use of real records as an input for nonlinear dynamic analysis. On the other hand, international seismic guidelines, concerning this issue, have been found hardly applicable by practitioners. This is related to both the difficulty in rationally relating the ground motions to the hazard at the site and the required selection criteria, which do not favor the use of real records, but rather various types of spectrum matching signals. To overcome some of these obstacles a software tool for code-based real records selection was developed. REXEL, freely available at the website of the Italian network of earthquake engineering university labs (http://www.reluis.it/index_eng.html), allows to search for suites of waveforms, currently from the European Strong-motion Database, compatible to reference spectra being either user-defined or automatically generated according to Eurocode 8 and the recently released new Italian seismic code. The selection reflects the provisions of the considered codes and others found to be important by recent research on the topic. In the paper, record selection criteria are briefly reviewed first, and then the algorithms implemented in the software are discussed. Finally, via some examples, it is shown how REXEL can effectively be a contribution to code-based real records selection for seismic structural analysis.

Behavior and Modeling of Bond of FRP Rebars to Concrete

Abstract: In the field of reinforced-concrete (RC) structures, the use of fiber reinforced plastic rebars (FRP rebars) as an alternative to the steel reinforcements appears very promising, especially if such structures are exposed to corrosive environments. However, a better understanding of the mechanical behavior of FRP reinforcements—in particular bond behavior—is needed in order to use them for practical purposes. For this reason, in the last few years a number of tests on several types of FRP rebars has been conducted in order to evaluate the interaction phenomena between FRP rebars and the concrete matrix and to evidence behavioral differences with respect to the deformed steel rods. In this paper a state-of-the-art report on the bond of FRP bars to concrete is presented. Numerous tests are analyzed to better understand bond mechanisms and the influence of type of fiber, outer surface (shape and type of matrix), and other significant parameters (i.e., confining pressure, bar diameter, compressive concrete strength) on bond performances. Furthermore, some analytical models of bond-slip behavior are examined to assess their adequacy to reproduce the experimental bond behavior. In particular, the investigation focuses on the reliability of the well-known model by Malvar (the first one dedicated to FRP reinforcements) as well as on the model by Eligehausen, Popov, and Bertero, developed for steel reinforcements but successfully applied to FRP ones. In addition, the effectiveness of two analytical formulations proposed by the authors, the first one representing the ascending branch of the bond-slip curve and the second the entire curve is demonstrated.

The use of damage functionals in earthquake engineering: A comparison between different methods

Abstract: The behaviour of the EPP-SDOF model under seismic actions is analysed herein by different ‘damage functionals’ to define collapse under cyclic loading. In particular, the damage functionals based on the concept of maximum ductility and dissipated plastic energy are first compared. Afterwards the methods of Banon and Veneziano, Park and Ang and the linear cumulative law of plastic fatigue are reviewed and extensively analysed. Comparisons in the case of simple cyclic histories and in terms of acceleration collapse spectra are carried out with reference to significant earthquake records. In particular, it is shown in which cases the damage functionals of Banon and Veneziano, Park and Ang and the linear cumulative law of plastic fatigue, completely defined by the value of a single parameter, degenerate in the limit methods of ductility or dissipated energy and in which cases they provide similar results.

Guide for the Design and Construction of Externally Bonded FRP Systems for Strengthening Concrete Structures

Abstract: *Co-chairs of the subcommittee that prepared this document. Note: The committee acknowledges the contribution of associate member Paul Kelley. ACI encourages the development and appropriate use of new and emerging technologies through the publication of the Emerging Technology Series. This series presents information and recommendations based on available test data, technical reports, limited experience with field applications, and the opinions of committee members. The presented information and recommendations, and their basis, may be less fully developed and tested than those for more mature technologies. This report identifies areas in which information is believed to be less fully developed, and describes research needs. The professional using this document should understand the limitations of this document and exercise judgment as to the appropriate application of this emerging technology.

Review: A state-of the-art survey of TOPSIS applications

Abstract: Multi-Criteria Decision Aid (MCDA) or Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) methods have received much attention from researchers and practitioners in evaluating, assessing and ranking alternatives across diverse industries. Among numerous MCDA/MCDM methods developed to solve real-world decision problems, the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) continues to work satisfactorily across different application areas. In this paper, we conduct a state-of-the-art literature survey to taxonomize the research on TOPSIS applications and methodologies. The classification scheme for this review contains 266 scholarly papers from 103 journals since the year 2000, separated into nine application areas: (1) Supply Chain Management and Logistics, (2) Design, Engineering and Manufacturing Systems, (3) Business and Marketing Management, (4) Health, Safety and Environment Management, (5) Human Resources Management, (6) Energy Management, (7) Chemical Engineering, (8) Water Resources Management and (9) Other topics. Scholarly papers in the TOPSIS discipline are further interpreted based on (1) publication year, (2) publication journal, (3) authors' nationality and (4) other methods combined or compared with TOPSIS. We end our review paper with recommendations for future research in TOPSIS decision-making that is both forward-looking and practically oriented. This paper provides useful insights into the TOPSIS method and suggests a framework for future attempts in this area for academic researchers and practitioners.

Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites for Construction—State-of-the-Art Review

Abstract: A concise state-of-the-art survey of fiber-reinforced polymer (also known as fiber-reinforced plastic) composites for construction applications in civil engineering is presented. The paper is organized into separate sections on structural shapes, bridge decks, internal reinforcements, externally bonded reinforcements, and standards and codes. Each section includes a historical review, the current state of the art, and future challenges.

Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites for Construction—State-of-the-Art Review

Abstract: A concise state-of-the-art survey of fiber-reinforced polymer (also known as fiber-reinforced plastic) composites for construction applications in civil engineering is presented. The paper is organized into separate sections on structural shapes, bridge decks, internal reinforcements, externally bonded reinforcements, and standards and codes. Each section includes a historical review, the current state of the art, and future challenges.