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Civil Engineering · Q47

Building Maintenance

Engineering and GATE · Civil Engineering · question 47

Q47

In prestressed concrete structures the primary problem is damaged caused to ____________

A.
Bridge decks
B.
Spans
C.
Anchorages
Answer
D.
Ridges

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Damage caused to anchorages and unbounded tendons are the primary problems in prestressed concrete structures. Good maintenance includes periodical surveillance identification of local damage, deterioration and loss of durability of the structure due to environmental and other load effects.