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On the basis of the ratio of longer span to shorter span. RCC slab classified into the
following two types
The slab in which the ratio of (Ly/Lx) longer span to short span is greater than or
equal to 2 are called one-way slabs. These slabs are also called edge supported
slabs
Slab supported on four edges also behaves as one-way slab if the ratio of longer
span to shorter span is greater than or equal to 2. In these slabs bending take place
only along the shortest span. Therefore, the main reinforcement is provided along
the shorter span and distribution Steel is provided along with the largest span.
Main reinforcement:-
Reinforcement is provided parallel to the shorter span and main reinforcement is
provided to resist the bending moments due to transverse loads coming on the slab.
Distribution reinforcement:-
Distribution reinforcement is provided in a direction perpendicular to the direction
of the main reinforcement. These bars are normally not provided with hooks. The
distribution Steel bar should be tied above the main Steel bar, otherwise, the Lever
arm shall be reduced resulting in the reduction of the moment of resistance.
Two-way slab:-
The slabs which are supported on all the four edges and having a ratio (Ly/Lx)of
larger span to shorter span less than 2 are called two-way slabs. Two-way slabs
are also called as slabs spanning in two directions because bending takes place in
both the direction. Therefore the main reinforcement is provided along both the
direction in the two-way slab.
In two way slabs, the total load is divided along both the spans instead of one span
as in the case of the one-way slab. Therefore, the maximum bending moment and
deflection for such a slab are much smaller than that of a one-way slab and hence
thinner slab is required.
Reinforcement in slab
Spacing of reinforcement:-