Four large-scale, prismatic, T-shaped beams with 19 m span were
produced without stirrups, but 2 with synthetic fibres and 2
with steel fibres. Four point bending tests were made to
simulate the load bearing process of built-in beams. Three point
shear tests were made in the uncracked ends of the beams to
prove the shear resistance of FRC. The behaviour of beams made
of synthetic and steel fibre reinforced concrete was compared.
Finite element calculation was made with the fibre reinforced
concrete and plain concrete as well. The material model was
according to Eurocode and the effect of the fibre was according
to RILEM guideline. The numerical and real test load-deflection
results showed close correlation
