Basics in Building Construction I: Describe the process of pre-stressing reinforced concrete

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Describe the process of pre-stressing reinforced concrete

Ánh Đoàn · Accepted Answer

1. The steel strands are stretched across casting bed
2. Concrete is cast around the strands and bonds
3. When the strand is cut, the concrete is compressed inwards and takes on a camber (wide U shape)

Basics in Building Construction I

Describe the process of pre-stressing reinforced concrete

1. The steel strands are stretched across casting bed 2. Concrete is cast around the strands and bonds 3. When the strand is cut, the concrete is compressed inwards and takes on a camber (wide U shape)

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