41.12.a - Beam Detailing
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What is the purpose of anchorage length in beam detailing?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when tension is applied!
Define confinement reinforcement.
💡 Hint: Consider 'confining' something to keep it safe.
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What is the primary purpose of minimum reinforcement limits in beams?
💡 Hint: Think about the safety of lives and structures.
True or False: Hinge zones are designed to allow beams to fail abruptly.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during seismic activity.
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Design a beam that spans 6 meters according to IS 13920. Specify the minimum reinforcement required and discuss the significance of the anchorage length.
💡 Hint: Look up specific provisions in IS 13920 on beam design.
Calculate the required hinge zone length for a reinforced concrete beam subjected to a bending moment of 150 kNm. Use IS guidelines.
💡 Hint: Reference IS 13920 for determining hinge zone properties.
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