A Generalized Span–Depth Ratio Model for Minimum Thickness Design of Flat Plate Slabs Incorporating ACI Deflection Criteria

This study proposes a unified span–depth ratio model aimed at optimizing the minimum thickness of reinforced concrete flat plate slabs, addressing the limitations of the simplified span-to-depth ratio provisions in ACI 318. The existing code does not fully consider critical parameters such as panel...

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Main Author: Bahman Omar Taha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-06-01
Series:Buildings
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-5309/15/13/2157
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