Reinforcing Stirrups in Construction: Structural Integrity and Support
Reinforcing stirrups
Bearings are an integral part of the construction sector as they provide optimal support and reinforcement to concrete buildings. They are usually designed out of steel; to fortify beams, columns, and similar structural elements.
In this blog, we will be focusing on the definition of reinforcing stirrups (bearing) and their purpose in construction along with their importance in ensuring structural integrity.
Definition of bearing
Bearings which are also referred to as links or ties, are enclosed loops, U-shaped steel bars that surround the primary horizontal and vertical reinforcement bars. They are positioned uniformly beside the length of the structural element and attached together to create a cage-like structure.. Besides, they provide lateral support to the primary reinforcement bar.
Some of the various kinds of bearings utilized in construction are
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