This invention discloses a FRP-concrete composite beam with built-in damage self-monitoring and its construction method, belonging to the field of
civil engineering structural technology. The composite beam includes a concrete slab, an FRP profile, a
shear reinforcement layer, intelligent connectors, and a protective shell. The intelligent connectors penetrate the
shear reinforcement layer and are anchored to the FRP profile. Strain sensing elements are embedded internally, and driving elements are externally located. When the preload of the connector decreases, the driving elements actively extend to restore the preload. The
shear reinforcement layer is a perforated plate filled with a tough material to enhance the
shear resistance of the interface. The protective shell is a U-shaped
precast concrete shell that wraps around the FRP web, providing lateral restraint and protection. This invention achieves real-time monitoring of FRP-concrete interface damage and automatic preload compensation, significantly improving the shear performance, integrity, and durability of the structure. It has advantages such as self-sensing, self-repair, and easy construction, and is suitable for long-span bridges,
marine engineering, and intelligent building structures.