Uses of R.C.C. 1. R.C.C. is used as a structural member wherever bending of the member is expected. The common structural elements in a building where R.C.C. is used are: (a) Footing (b) Columns (c) Beams, lintels (d) Chejjas, roof slabs (e) Stairs. 2. R.C.C. is used for the construction of storage structures like: (a) Water tanks (b) Dams (c) Silos, bunkers 3. They are used for the construction of (a) Bridges (b) Retaining walls (c) Docks and harbours (d) Under water structures 4. R.C.C. is used for building tall structures like (a) Multistorey buildings (b) Chimneys (c) Towers. 5. R.C.C. is used for paving (a) High ways (b) City roads (c) Airports. 6. R.C.C. is used in atomic plants to prevent radiation. For this purpose R.C.C. walls built are as thick as 1.5 m to 2.0 m.
Posted on: Fri, 08 Aug 2014 06:30:00 +0000
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