When was the Reinforced Concrete invented?

The Reinforced Concrete was invented in 1853 by Francois Coignet in France.

Concrete embedded with steel bars or mesh to greatly increase its tensile strength.

Year invented1853
InventorFrancois Coignet
CountryFrance
Region at the timeFrench Empire
CategoryConstruction

Who invented the Reinforced Concrete?

Francois Coignet invented the Reinforced Concrete in 1853 in France.

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