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The ribs are close together 200mm centres with ribs cut from a 76x127UB. If I assume that the slab (be it a perfect plate) deflected, then the ribs would "mould" to the shape of the slab. The ribs are not able to distort the shape of the slab, only support. The ribs would bend to the...
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The ribs are prevented from moving laterally. The ribs are set into an opening and the slab cast upon the ribs. The slab is cast in such a way that all four sides are supported. I have a picture of the concept (attached). The ribs shown are much closer than drawn...
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I have a plate being supported off a series of beams (see pdf). The beams are close together and restrained. The plate is simply supported on all sides and the beams simply supported. The plate is to be used to distribute a point-load over the beams and is...