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...
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...
