3.4 - Factors Influencing Creep
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Practice Questions
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Define creep in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about how materials behave under stress.
What effect does higher humidity have on creep?
💡 Hint: Consider how moisture affects materials.
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What happens to creep as stress levels increase?
💡 Hint: Think about the mechanical properties of materials.
True or False: Lower humidity levels result in lower creep.
💡 Hint: Consider how moisture affects concrete.
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A structural engineer needs to ensure a reinforced concrete bridge will not exceed creep limits. Given varying humidity and temperature conditions, devise a monitoring plan for these elements.
💡 Hint: Think of continuous assessments.
You are designing a concrete mix for a new commercial building. Describe your choice of materials and how you would balance them to mitigate creep.
💡 Hint: Consider material interactions.
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