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Prestressing

Scope note

Applying a load to a structure or material, such as concrete, deforming it so that it will withstand a working load more effectively or so that it will deflect less. DAC

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300053925

Broader Terms used

strengthening

Narrower Terms used

pretensioning
posttensioning

Equivalent Terms used

prestressed

Created

13yrs ago

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