26. Shear behaviour in beams

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Hi Sean. Out of curiosity, what causes the formation of horizonal cracks that seem to be originating from typical pv areas (doors and windows).
Not sure if that’s a common occurrence, just something i have seen a couple of times recently.
Thanks.

pv areas?? Do you have pics?
S