Demir, ABagci, MTekin, MNuhoglu, A2024-07-182024-07-180350-24651333-9095http://akademikarsiv.cbu.edu.tr:4000/handle/123456789/5759The behaviour of RC beams strengthened with precast RC plates of rectangular and U cross-section is studied in the paper. An experimental investigation was conducted to assess effectiveness of strengthening with precast plates. The investigation was supported with the 2-D nonlinear finite element analysis (NLFEA). The NLFEA results showed a good level of correlation with test results. The proposed technique is considered to be a good alternative to RC jacketing and the technique is practical, economical and reliable for buildings or bridges with a greater number sisof similar beams.CroatianREINFORCED-CONCRETE BEAMSMODELArticle