DESIGN STEPS OF SLAB

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The design steps of a slab involve determining the loads, selecting the slab type, calculating the slab thickness, designing the reinforcement, and detailing the slab.

Determine the loads that the slab will be subjected to, such as dead loads, live loads, and other imposed loads.
Select the appropriate slab type based on the requirements and constraints of the project, such as one-way slab, two-way slab, flat slab, or waffle slab.
Calculate the required slab thickness based on the span of the slab, the loads, and the material properties.
Design the reinforcement for the slab, considering factors such as the bending moment, shear forces, and deflection.
Detail the reinforcement by specifying the bar sizes, spacing, and arrangement, as well as providing adequate cover to protect the reinforcement from corrosion.

DESIGN STEPS OF SLAB

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