When HYSD bars are used in place of mild steel bars in a beam, the bond strength
A
does not change
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
increases
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
decreases
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
becomes zero
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution
The correct option is B increases (b)
Bond strength increases when:
• HYSD bars are used instead of plain bars
• Higher grade concrete is used
• Increased length of embedment, hooks or bends are provided
• Mechanical anchorage are employed