11.6. Details of One-way Continuous Slab for a Hall

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are the dimensions of the slab being designed?

   Hint

   Refer to the context of the slab.

2. 2.

   What is the thickness of the one-way slab?

   Hint

   It's indicated in the specifications of the slab.

3. 3.

   What is the total thickness of the slab discussed?

   • 100mm
   • 150mm
   • 200mm

   Hint

   Relate it back to the structural specifications.

4. 4.

   True or False? Positive reinforcement is used primarily at supports.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider where tensile stresses primarily occur.

5. 5.

   Design a one-way slab for a hall with dimensions 12m by 18m. Specify the reinforcement needed considering a total load of 15kN/m2.

   Hint

   Consider both span and load during your calculations.

6. 6.

   Analyze the failure mechanism if the negative reinforcement is omitted at the supports of a 10m long continuous slab.

   Hint

   Think about the tension forces acting on the support areas.