Techniques & Types Of Prestressing Systems
Techniques & Types of Prestressing Systems. Concrete has low tensile capacity because it is weak in tension and can therefore easily cause structures to crack. In order to stop structures from cracking, the tensile stresses must be eliminated or reduced. The force applied to do this is called a prestressing force. Prestressing creates stress or strain in a structure to prevent cracking and enhance durability and fatigue endurance. There are various types of prestressing systems depending on the construction method, design and purpose.
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