Question: QUESTION 1 [ 6 0 MARKS ] A concrete floor slab measuring 6 8 0 0 m m 3 2 0 0 m m is

QUESTION 1
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A concrete floor slab measuring 6800mm3200mm is simply supported on one side by 230mm brick load bearing walls along the 6800mm sides. The concrete slab is 200mm thick and reinforced at the bottom as follows.
Main reinforcement (short span i.e the bars are parallel to the short span),Y12, shape code 34 @ 125 mm centre to centre,
Distribution reinforcement (long span i.e the bars are parallel to the long span), Y 10, shape code 20 @ 300 mm centre to centre,
Concrete cover, 30mm,
Concrete strength, 40MPa.
Where necessary, use valid assumptions for information not provided.
1.1. Draw the reinforcement layout for this slab, in plan and section, indicating all the reinforcement and necessary information required by the contractor. Your drawing must be neat.
1.2. Calculate and indicate the number of bars required on your drawing. You do not need to calculate the bar lengths and the curtailment.
1.3. Complete the attached bending schedule and include all relevant detail.
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