The Effect of Tendon Directions to The Analysis and Design of Transfer Slab-A Case Study

• Published in: Green Infrastructure: Materials and Sustainable Management
• Main Author: Abdul Mutalib A.S.; Alisibramulisi A.; Mohd Amin N.; Shaffie E.; Jamadin A.
• Format: Book chapter
• Language: English
• Published: Springer Nature 2024
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85205632751&doi=10.1007%2f978-981-99-7003-2_14&partnerID=40&md5=4dd9065cb5a827cf6acdb422f7a8e32b

The focus of this study is to analyze and design a post-tensioned transfer slab by using RAM Concept as a finite element analysis tool. The analysis and design of transfer slab were in accordance with BS8110:1997-Structural use of concrete Part 1: Code of Practice for Design and Construction. Two types of tendon directions in terms of banded and distribution direction were applied. Basically, the procedure in analyzing and designing this element requires numerous calculations in order to reach the most desired and economical design. RAM Concept has the capability of analyzing problems related to moment, stresses, and deflection in a short time. This makes design calculations and procedures easier. It can be concluded that tendon direction does affect the analysis and design of the transfer slab studied. From the stresses and deflection results of two types of tendon directions, Type 1 is fully recommended. Whereas, for punching shear of the column surface, not much difference between the two types of tendon directions; both cases complied with the standard shear limit. © The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2023.