Thomas Gries

Integration of Polymer Optical Fibers in Nonwoven Geotextiles for Continuous Strain Monitoring

Geotextiles are often used in large scale civil engineering projects, such as dams and embankments. Failure of these structures can lead to significant economic losses as well as mortal danger. Still, current monitoring solutions of such structures often rely on discontinuous, ex...

Adhesion-Promoting Properties of Plasma Polymer Layers in Epoxy Resin for Glass Fiber-Reinforced Plastics

Glass fiber-reinforced plastics (GFRPs) rely on strong fiber–matrix adhesion to achieve optimal mechanical performance. However, conventional sizing systems provide only partial surface coverage and may limit interfacial bonding. The current study investigates atmospheric-pressur...