Citation

Morley PD, Royles R. Fire Safety J. 1980; 2(4): 243-255.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1980, Elsevier Publishing)

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Abstract

A knowledge of the effects of temperature on the bond strength between steel and concrete in reinforced concrete is important if a complete understanding of its fire resistance and residual capacity for structural performance is to be known.A summary of the strength of concrete and steel during, and after, exposure to elevated temperatures is made. This is followed by a review of the different procedures used for testing bond at ambient temperature. Work carried out on bond at high temperatures is discussed and suggestions made as to its relevance to structural performance. Preparations by the authors to investigate this problem more fully with the intention of providing information which will be of use in the design of fire resistance and the reinstatement of fire damaged reinforced concrete components are described.