Mechanical Tests for Post-Tensioning Systems
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The DIN EN 13391 standard provides guidelines for conducting mechanical tests on post-tensioning systems, specifically focusing on anchorages and couplings. These tests are meant to ensure the structural integrity and reliability of post-tensioning systems used in prestressed concrete structures. The standard should be used in conjunction with other relevant European Standards, such as ENV 1992-1-1 and ENV 1992-2, which cover the design and construction of prestressed concrete structures.
The test procedures outlined in this standard aim to gather data that can be used to acquire technical approval for a specific post-tensioning system. However, it's important to note that the standard does not cover tests and requirements for unbonded tendons. To ensure compliance with this standard, manufacturers and testing bodies should follow the specified test procedures and criteria outlined in DIN EN 13391.
| Descriptors | Anchorages, Bond, Civil engineering, Concrete structures, Concretes, Construction, Construction materials, Coupling, Definitions, Design, Initial stressing, Inspection, Load transmission, Measurement, Mechanical testing, Observation, Post-tensioned prestressed concrete, Preloading, Prestress, Prestressed concrete, Prestressed concrete compound units, Prestressing elements, Prestressing steels, Prestressing work, Quality assurance, Reinforced concrete, Reinforced concrete compound units, Resilience, Sandwich structure, Sectional methods, Specification (approval), Symbols, Tendons, Composite trussing |
| ICS Codes | 91.080.40 - Concrete structures |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 1.2 MB |
