1.3 - Shear Failure
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Practice Questions
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What is shear failure?
💡 Hint: Think of a beam breaking under horizontal forces.
What visual clue is often associated with shear failure in concrete?
💡 Hint: Consider how forces act on a beam.
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What is the primary cause of shear failure in concrete?
💡 Hint: Consider the function of reinforcement.
True or False: Shear failure can occur without any prior warning.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the nature of failure.
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Challenge Problems
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A new concrete beam is designed to hold a significant load. Calculate the shear reinforcement needed if the beam's dimensions are 200 mm height and 300 mm width, under a shear force of 50 kN, using standard shear design principles.
💡 Hint: Apply shear design principles as per the standard codes.
Analyze an existing structure where shear failure occurred. Identify potential flaws in design or construction that may have led to this failure, and suggest remedial measures.
💡 Hint: Think critically about design safety.
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