Anchorage Length: Basic vs Equivalent

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The discussion clarifies the difference between basic and equivalent anchorage lengths in reinforced concrete. Basic anchorage length includes the entire length of the bend, while equivalent anchorage length is measured from one side of the bend, focusing on the portion that engages in tensile strains. The bent portion of the steel does not contribute to tensile strength but prevents slipping. It is emphasized that tight bends can place the hook in compression, which is not ideal for anchorage. Overall, understanding these distinctions is crucial for proper reinforcement design in concrete structures.
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Guys , what is the difference between the basic and equivalent anchorage length ?
For the basic anchorage length , it is measured for the whole bend as in the figure a ..
For the b , for the equivalent anchorage length , why it's measured from one side only ? ( longer side)
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I think for figure b , it's wrong ... It 's shold be measured for the whole L shape bend like figure a . Correct me if i am wrong . Thanks .
 

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Maybe tight bends, beyond 90° place the hook part of the bar in compression, not tension.
Refer to; 8.4.1
(3) Bends and hooks do not contribute to compression anchorages.
 
Equivalent anchorage length is the length of the steel reinforcement that will be engaged through tensile strains in reinforced concrete.

Basic anchorage length is the equivalent anchorage length + the bent portion of the steel. The bent portion of the steel is not considered to resist any tensile strains/stresses and is simply provided to prevent the steel bars from slipping out of the reinforced concrete.
 
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CivilSigma said:
Equivalent anchorage length is the length of the steel reinforcement that will be engaged through tensile strains in reinforced concrete.

Basic anchorage length is the equivalent anchorage length + the bent portion of the steel. The bent portion of the steel is not considered to resist any tensile strains/stresses and is simply provided to prevent the steel bars from slipping out of the reinforced concrete.
thanks , do you have any diagram as example ?
 
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