6 - Durability of Reinforced Concrete (RC)
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What is the primary cause of deterioration in reinforced concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what can affect the steel inside concrete.
Name one technique used to protect reinforced concrete.
💡 Hint: We discussed several methods, think of the ones we mentioned.
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What is the primary cause of reinforcement corrosion in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about common environmental influences.
True or False: Increasing concrete cover can protect steel reinforcement from corrosion.
💡 Hint: What happens when there's more concrete shielding the steel?
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You have a structure located in a marine environment. How would you design it to mitigate corrosion risks effectively?
💡 Hint: Think about the environmental conditions and available protective measures.
Evaluate a real-world case where a building suffered from severe corrosion and propose a solution.
💡 Hint: Look into historical data and consider best practices implemented on similar projects.
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