Prestressed Concrete
- prestressing can be defined as the application of a predetermined force.
- In prestressed concrete section is in compression , so it is free from tensile cracks.
- it is used in bridges and large span roofs.
- It's disadvantage is its labour cost may be higher..
- In prestressed concrete steel is used to apply force of prestress..
- prestressing can be defined as the application of a predetermined force.
- it is used in bridges and large span roofs.
- It's disadvantage is its labour cost may be higher..
- In prestressed concrete steel is used to apply force of prestress..
Nice Infographic on strengthened concrete
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