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Slabs

General

Slabs are two dimensional structural elements bearing loads transverse to their plane. For the classification of slabs see Volume A', §1.2.3. For constructional provisions see Volume C', chapter 6.


Figure 4.1-1 (1)two-way, (2) one-way, (3),two-way three-edge-supported,(4) two-way two-edge-supported, (5) cantilever
Figure 4.1-1 (1)two-way, (2) one-way, (3),two-way three-edge-supported,(4) two-way two-edge-supported, (5) cantilever

Slabs are either isostatic (e.g. one-way, cantilever) or hyperstatic (e.g. two-way) structures. Hyperstatic structures redistribute stresses and provide high safety both under bending and shearing.


Figure 4.1-2
Figure 4.1-2

 


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