4.9 - Real-World Engineering Considerations
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary advantage of precast concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about where precast elements are made.
Define mass concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider the scale of the project.
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What is one advantage of using precast concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about where precast elements are made.
True or False: Creep only occurs under high stress conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider the definitions of creep and stress.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a strategy for a hypothetical mass concrete pour, considering temperature controls and curing methods to minimize crack risk.
💡 Hint: Focus on both the material properties and the environmental conditions.
Propose a design consideration for a new bridge spanning a river, taking into account both creep and shrinkage factors.
💡 Hint: Think about structural flexibility and material properties.
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