In: Civil Engineering
simply supported T-beam of 6 m clear span carries an
ultimate load of 38 kN/m. The beam section dimensions, support
particulars and tension reinforcement are shown in Figure
Q1.
Design the shear reinforcement for the beam.
Data Given:
The characteristic strength of the concrete is
25
N/mm2.
The characteristic strength of steel reinforcement is
460N/mm2.
The characteristic strength of shear reinforcement is
250N/mm2.
Nominal maximum aggregate size (hagg) is
20
mm
Diameter of shear links is
8 mm
Exposure condition is
mild
Minimum required fire resistance is 1.0
hour