TY - JOUR Y1 - 2014/// N1 - cited By 1 A1 - Imran, M. A1 - Shafiq, N. A1 - Akbar, I. UR - https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-84903517690&doi=10.4028%2fwww.scientific.net%2fAMM.567.511&partnerID=40&md5=ba99a5b8403b9a79151342b2c4904a31 JF - Applied Mechanics and Materials VL - 567 SN - 16609336 N2 - RC beams as a structural member contain a variety of non-uniform loads. These nonuniform loads caused combined effects of flexure and torsion. There are numerous studies available, that suggests different strengthening schemes using FRP laminates, as a solution for flexure and torsion deficient beams. Most of the experimental studies suggested individual strengthening schemes for flexure or torsional deficiency RC beams. However, the combined effects were not studied due to difference in experimental setup, testing procedure and specimen detailing. Therefore, the outcome of previous studies was needed to combine together to facilitate the strengthening process as a guideline case of such deficiency. Therefore, a combined review is presented by suggesting different configuration for flexure and torsion deficient RC beams. Most of the studies suggested that the application of FRP laminates at the soffit of beam is suitable for flexural strengthening. The application of U-shape or full wrap are suitable for strengthen torsion deficient beams. Similarly, 45° wraps are more effective than 90°wraps for improving ductility of torsion deficient beams. © (2014) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland. KW - Carbon fiber reinforced plastics; Concrete beams and girders; Reinforced concrete KW - Combined effect; Deficiency; Eccentricity; Flexural strengthening; Flexure; FRP laminates; Nonuniform load; Testing procedure KW - Torsional stress TI - Strengthening schemes for flexure and torsion using FRP laminates: A state of art review ID - scholars5268 EP - 516 SP - 511 PB - Trans Tech Publications Ltd AV - none ER -