Definition of reinforced concrete
: concrete in which metal (such as steel) is embedded so that the two materials act together in resisting forces
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But in an earthquake, without reinforced concrete walls or lateral bracing to resist forces pushing structures sideways, buildings with that design can move too much.
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The initial assessment from Monroe County officials indicates that newer houses built on reinforced concrete pilings and sunk into rock—not sand – survived a storm officials said wiped out more than 25 percent of housing stock.
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But in an earthquake, without reinforced concrete walls or lateral bracing to resist forces pushing structures sideways, buildings with that design can move too much.
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The companies, representing Alabama, Arizona, Mississippi and Texas, won awards valued at up to $500,000 each to build reinforced concrete models of up to 30 feet high and 30 feet long.
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According to Volkert, which assists the Alabama Department of Transportation in managing the project, the columns are made of steel reinforced concrete cast in metal forms.
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But in an earthquake, without reinforced concrete walls or lateral bracing to resist forces pushing structures sideways, buildings with that design can move too much.
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But in an earthquake, without reinforced concrete walls or lateral bracing to resist forces pushing structures sideways, buildings with that design can move too much.
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Puerto Rican homes are often built with reinforced concrete and can withstand some high-speed winds, experts said.
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First Known Use of reinforced concrete
1891
REINFORCED CONCRETE Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of reinforced concrete for English Language Learners
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: concrete that has metal bars inside of it to make it stronger
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