fiber-reinforced concrete

fiber-reinforced concrete

[¦fī·bər ‚rē·in¦fȯrst ′kan‚krēt]

(materials)

A portland-cement concrete or mortar that is reinforced with dispersed, randomly oriented, unconnected fibers of metallic, mineral, or organic materials.

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fibrous concrete

Concrete containing asbestos, spun glass, or other fibers to reduce unit weight and improve tensile strength.

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