Assuming Vs does not exceed 4sqrt(f’c)bwd, the maximum spaci…
Assuming Vs does not exceed 4sqrt(f’c)bwd, the maximum spacing for vertical stirrups in the following beam is _____. Let d = 49 in., w = 41.5 in., and t = 5 in. There are five No. 9 longitudinal tension bars and No. 4 stirrups at 8 in. o.c.
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For a beam with stirrup hooks, the free end of the bar must extend at least _____ from the hook. Assume b1 = 35 in., b2 = 16 in., d1 = 6 in., d2 = 23 in., and that there are three No. 7 longitudinal tension bars and No. 5 stirrups at 7 in. o.c. The stirrup hooks are 90°.
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A classmate has suggested a beam design that has dimensions of b = 12 in., h = 24 in., and d = 21.5 in. and is reinforced with 4 No. 14 bars. Assuming a cover of 1.5 in. and a stirrup diameter of 0.5 in., does the reinforcement fit within a single row as suggested?
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You are considering a beam design that has dimensions of b = 14 in., h = 28 in., and d = 25.5 in. The beam is singly reinforced with all of the reinforcement in a single row. The concrete strength is 4,000 psi, and the yield strength of the reinforcement is 60,000 psi. What cross-sectional area of reinforcement is needed to achieve a strain in the reinforcement of 0.0075?
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