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Pre-tensioned concrete is a variant of prestressed concrete where the tendons are tensioned prior to the concrete being cast. [ 1 ] : 25 The concrete bonds to the tendons as it cures , following which the end-anchoring of the tendons is released, and the tendon tension forces are transferred to the concrete as compression by static friction .
Prestressed concrete cylinder pipe (PCCP) is a common variety of large-diameter concrete pressure pipe used for transporting water and wastewater. PCCP is typical manufactured according to the American Water Works Association (AWWA) standard C304. [ 1 ]
A benefit of pre-topped double tees is a higher quality concrete for more durable surface to reduce traffic wears. Factories can produce the topping with minimum concrete strength of 5,000 psi. In some areas, the strength can be 6,000-8,000 psi. This compares to the field-placed concrete topping with the lower concrete strength of 4,000 psi. [6]
A precast concrete walled house under construction An example of low-quality precast concrete with exposed dowels, connectors, indications of cracks, and malformations, even during its installation, Barangay Lantic, Carmona, Cavite, Philippines Interior view of the walls, supports, and roof of a precast commercial shop in Williston, North Dakota, US.
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Pipe expansion joints are necessary in systems that convey high temperature substances such as steam or exhaust gases, or to absorb movement and vibration. A typical joint is a bellows of metal (most commonly stainless steel ), plastic (such as PTFE ), fabric (such as glass fibre) or an elastomer such as rubber .
The term “RAAC” or “Reinforced Autoclave Aerated Concrete” might also be found in original design and drawing plans for buildings constructed between 1950 and 1990. Show comments Advertisement
Naturally precompressed exterior wall of Colosseum, Rome Cable-stayed prestressed concrete bridge over Yangtze river. In structural engineering, a prestressed structure is a load-bearing structure whose overall integrity, stability and security depend, primarily, on prestressing: the intentional creation of permanent stresses in the structure for the purpose of improving its performance under ...