Best way to analyse a L shaped slab
Best way to analyse a L shaped slab
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I have been asked to look at a flat slab in a L shape configuration on its side, 8' wide, with 1.5' downward return. All sections 6" thick. Whats the best way to analyze this, Do you consider the whole slab stiffened by the return, or do you look only at a certain width stiffened? I am worried about deflection at the edge that does not have a return.
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RE: Best way to analyse a L shaped slab
Generally I would analyse as an unstiffened slab to do the bars throughout, the look at any additional load attracted by the stiffening effect of the downturn and ensure I addressed it.
Keep it simple; The answer needs reliable load paths, as well as sufficient strength and stiffness to be fit for purpose. It doesn't need to be a perfect solution or engineered to a hair's width precision, just safe and reliable without being wasteful.
RE: Best way to analyse a L shaped slab
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RE: Best way to analyse a L shaped slab
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