Designing the haunch for a cantilever beam in accordance with BS 8110 requires careful consideration of the beam's profile and purpose, particularly in relation to moment distribution. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding whether the haunch is intended to reduce beam weight or address higher moments at the supports. A sketch provided by the original poster clarifies the context, showing a non-suspended slab and a cantilever beam supported by a pile cap. Participants note that the project seems to stem from a university capstone design rather than a professional engineering task, emphasizing the need for more detailed information to provide effective guidance. Overall, the conversation underscores the complexity of designing structural supports and the necessity of hand calculations alongside software-generated reinforcement designs.
