Effective Cover in Analysis Using Working Stress Method Formulas

Effective Cover is the distance from exposed surface of concrete to the centroid of main reinforcement. And is denoted by d'. Effective Cover is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Effective Cover is always positive.

Analysis Using Working Stress Method formulas that make use of Effective Cover

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FAQ

What is the Effective Cover?

Effective Cover is the distance from exposed surface of concrete to the centroid of main reinforcement. Effective Cover is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Effective Cover is always positive.

Can the Effective Cover be negative?

No, the Effective Cover, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Effective Cover?

Effective Cover is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Effective Cover can be measured.

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