In this and the following few posts I will be discussing about the design of RCC beam. Definition of a Beam A beam is a structural element that is capable of withstanding load primarily by resisting against bending. Beam<=>Bending Definition of RCC Beam A RCC beam is a beam which is constructed by using cement concrete […]
Tag: Reinforced Concrete Design
Under-reinforced v/s Over-reinforced
Structural members are designed for loads that are expected to occur during the intended life of the structure. But sometimes the structure gets loaded beyond these loads and the structural members could fail. In such circumstances we want that the people living in the building should get sufficient warning before the structure collapse. So we […]
What is the difference between a beam and a column?
Beam and Column In structural engineering we give names to different structural members based on their behavior under applied load. For example: Say you have a rod of length 3 m made out of steel and a load P to support. You decide to hang the rod from ceiling and hook the load to the […]
How do we know whether a two way slab is Continuous or Discontinuous along its edges?
Continuous Edge A continuous edge means that the slab is able to transfer load to the adjacent slab through that edge. Consider the above L shape building with three slabs cast monolithically (this is important, because, even if you have a slab adjacent to the first slab the edge would not be continuous if they are […]
What is Bending Moment?
To understand the term bending moment we have to understand what is a moment of force. Force: The basic definition of force that we have learned is that force is push and pull. Force, when applied to an object, tends to change its motion or its shape. In structural engineering, we have well-defined cross sections […]
