Defining Stirrup Spacing

To cover the required transverse reinforcement, RF‑CONCRETE Members and CONCRETE determine the most cost-efficient transverse reinforcement as a reinforcement proposal in accordance with the predefined stirrup diameter.

Often, the results of this kind of determining process are irregular distances between stirrups, which cannot be built in at construction sites. By specifying the possible distances of the stirrup reinforcement, you can define the desired distances (for example, in steps of 5 cm).

The reinforcement proposal for the stirrup reinforcement is generated from the defined stirrup diameters and spacings, and can thus be used for the reinforcement work on the construction site.

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Knowledge Base

KB 000491 | Defining Stirrup Spacing

Author

Alexander leads development in the field of concrete structures and is responsible for the further development of reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete functions. He also assists the Customer Support team with complex design issues.

Links

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References

European Committee for Standardization (CEN). (2011). Eurocode 2: Design of Concrete Structures – Part 1-1: General Rules and Rules for Buildings, EN 1993-1-1:2005. Brussels: CEN.

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