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This paper examines the use of a light structural prefabricated wall system strengthened with glass fibre-reinforced polymer (G-FRP) composites to satisfy blast-resistant design requirements of protective building façades. The innovative system has been validated both numerically and experimentally. The wall system is composed of a steel stud wall assembly partially embedded in a thin layer of concrete to obtain composite action. G-FRP composites are introduced to enhance the blast resistance and optimize the panel weight. Full-scale composite steel stud blast panels were designed, constructed and tested dynamically to applied shock loads. Simulations using non-linear dynamic methods were performed to represent the responses of the experimental set-ups. Comparisons between the numerical models and tests are presented. Per the results, discussion is provided on modes of failure and selected blast response criteria for the FRP-retrofitted composite steel stud wall system.
As the biofuels industry continues to expand in support of global decarbonization mandates and objectives, facility owners and developers are being challenged to balance production efficiency, operational reliability, and personnel safety.
As high hazard facilities, biofuels sites should focus on developing a fire protections strategy informed by performance-based analysis so strategies implemented meet the unique challenges found at each facility.
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