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The amount of steel reinforcement in a concrete retaining wall is typically measured in terms of kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³). The exact quantity of steel reinforcement required can vary depending on factors such as the design specifications, load requirements, and the dimensions of the retaining wall. In general, a common range for steel reinforcement in concrete retaining walls is between 60 to 150 kg/m³, but it is crucial to consult with a structural engineer or refer to specific design guidelines for an accurate calculation.
Concrete slabs should be designed to fail under rebar yield as opposed to concrete crushing. So assuming a rebar yielding scenario the first step is to determine the maximum load which can be sustained by the tension rebar as follows, 0.87*Fy gives the failure maximum stress in the steel, which can then be multiplied by the total area of rebar to give the force of the steel in tension. where Fy is the yield strength of the steel. (typical value of Fy is say 500Mpa) Next it is assumed that the slab is in a state of static equilibrium i.e. not accelerating off in any direction! For this to happen the force in the concrete must = the force in the steel, Fst = Fcc = 0.567*Fck*A Fst = force of the steel in tension (calculated above) Fcc = force of concrete in compression = maximum sustainable Force of steel in tension Where Fck = concrete compressive strength, and A = area of a simplified stress block, limiting the depth of the stress block to 0.8x results in ; Fcc = 0.567*Fck*0.8x*B where x = depth to neutral axis B = breadth of slab Rearranging for x gives X = (Fcc/(0.567*Fck*B))/0.8
In construction, BRC stands for "British Reinforced Concrete," which refers to a type of steel reinforcement mesh commonly used in construction projects to provide structural strength to concrete elements such as slabs, walls, and columns. The BRC mesh is manufactured by welding together high-strength steel wires in a grid pattern, creating a durable and flexible material that helps distribute loads and prevent cracking in concrete structures. The use of BRC mesh in construction helps improve the overall integrity and longevity of the concrete elements, making them more resistant to stresses and deformations.
The placement of steel reinforcing is dependent on the requirements of the strength and load-bearing of the concrete. A structural engineer should be contacted in this regard.