Title:
Tendon Prestressed Concrete Tanks
Author(s):
Steven R. Close and Ib Falk Jorgensen
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
10
Issue:
2
Appears on pages(s):
24-29
Keywords:
circular prestressing; post-tensioning; prestressed concrete; reinforced concrete; storage tanks; subsurface structures; water tanks; tanks (containers); General
DOI:
Date:
2/1/1988
Abstract:
The advantages and applications of cast-in-place post-tensioned concrete tanks are discussed. Proper design details and construction methods can make these tanks advantageous in a wide variety of circumstances, especially when the tank is to be buried.