| Abstract [eng] |
Glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP) is one of the most innovative materials in the construction industry that has not yet been fully researched. This composite material offers numerous advantages compared to metals and other composites. For this reason, it is important to thoroughly investigate and analyze its properties for proper usage. For this research, samples of glass fiber reinforced plastic were produced using polyester resin and glass fiber, with variations in the weight of the glass fiber layer. The goal was to determine the environmental factors that have the most significant impact on samples and to assess how the weight of the glass fiber layer influences the material. This research paper consists of a literature review, methodology for sample production and testing, an overview of experimental results, and conclusions. The literature review discusses the composition of GFRP, modeling, alternative materials, benefits of these materials, recycling, production, and conducted experiments. The methodology section describes the production of samples and the tests to be performed. The experimental part details the exposure of samples to environmental conditions (freezing cycles in a 5% sodium chloride solution, exposure to cold, and exposure to heat) based on the weight of the glass fiber layer. The research aimed to identify the environmental effects on GFRP and assess how changes in the glass fiber layer's weight impact the material. The study also included a combustion test to determine the quantity of glass fiber in the samples. |
