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IIFC
There have been rapid
growths in the application of advanced fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP)
composites in construction around the world in terms of both research
activities and practical implementations since the late 1990s. Indeed,
many have hailed FRP composites as a new generation of construction
materials following steel and concrete. Against this background,
The International Institute for FRP in Construction (IIFC)
was established in March 2003. The aim of the Institute is to advance
the understanding and the application of FRP composites in the civil infrastructure, in the service of the engineering
profession and society. As laid down in its by-laws,
the activities of the IIFC include: (a) the organization and sponsorship of
international conferences, symposiums, workshops, short courses and seminars,
including an conference; (b) the publication of an official
newsletter and other relevant materials; (c) the establishment of working
groups in selected areas to develop state-of-the-art reports and design
recommendations; and (d) the development of curriculums and course materials
to meet educational needs at different levels.
Official Web-Site: www.iifc-hq.org/
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