Definition
of Pre-Stressed Concrete
Concrete in which internal stresses are intentionally induced in a
planned manner such that the stresses resulting from the given external
loadings get counteract to a desired degree is called pre-stressed concrete.
In Reinforced concrete members the pre-stress is commonly
introduced by tensioning the steel reinforcement (known as tendon)
Tendon:
Another name for pre-stressed reinforcement whether wire, bars or strands.
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Tendon |

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