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    Closed ties for edge beams

    Rapt, Yes 4db straight extension applies to "standard" hooks and cogs as per Cl 13.1.2.5. But anchorage of "beam" shear reinforcement is specially addressed in Cl 8.2.12.4 which: 1. calls for 10db straight extensions with 4db pins; 2. requires longitudinal bars to be placed in all bends with a...
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    Closed ties for edge beams

    I agree with hokie66. Anchorage of shear reinforcement as defined in AS 3600-2001 is confusing. The previous AS 3600-1994 Clause 8.2.12.4 stated: "A fitment hook which encloses a longitudinal bar shall be deemed to develop 0.67fsy.f in accordance with Clause 13.1.2.5." This was revised in AS...

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