11.6.5 - Adequate Cover to Reinforcement
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Practice Questions
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What is the minimum cover required for mild exposure according to IS 456:2000?
💡 Hint: Refer to the exposure condition guidelines.
Why is cover important for concrete reinforcement?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens if steel is exposed.
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What is the minimum cover for severe exposure according to IS 456:2000?
💡 Hint: Consider what environment the structure is in.
True or False: Adequate cover is only necessary in extreme environments.
💡 Hint: Think about all types of environments.
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Challenge Problems
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A concrete structure in a coastal area needs to be designed. Calculate the necessary minimum cover required for its reinforcement. List environmental factors affecting the structural design.
💡 Hint: Think about what makes coastal areas different.
Evaluate a scenario where a bridge deck built with only 20 mm cover in a coastal city started showing signs of deterioration within five years. What would be your recommendations?
💡 Hint: Consider what can protect against the environmental aggressors.
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