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beam - slab... shear?
I agree with jayrod12. If you design the beam to be able to resist the shear forces along its length, and ignore any additional resistance provided by the slab, you are simply providing a greater factor of safety against punching shear. Also, be sure to provide proper end bearing support for the...- NLEng1
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- Forum: Structural engineering general discussion
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Adequacy of Geotechnical Report - Pile Bridge Foundations
Hi Everyone, I have been requested by a contractor to provide a sub-structure design for a small design-build bridge replacement project in Atlantic Canada. The tender package included a geotechnical report which was tailored towards shallow foundations; however, the client has requested that...- NLEng1
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- Forum: Foundation engineering
