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The deflection check for a cantilever slab can be performed as per the relevant provisions of the Indian

Standard code, which is the IS 456:2000 - "Plain and Reinforced Concrete - Code of Practice."

According to IS 456:2000, the deflection of a cantilever slab should be checked to ensure that it does not
exceed the permissible limits. The code provides guidance on the calculation of deflection based on the
span, depth, reinforcement, and other factors.

Here is a step-by-step procedure for performing the deflection check for a cantilever slab as per the IS
code:

1. Determine the factored design loads acting on the slab, including self-weight, imposed loads,
and any other applicable loads.

2. Calculate the effective span (L) of the cantilever slab. The effective span is the lesser of the
clear span or the clear distance between the points of contraflexure.

3. Determine the effective depth (d) of the slab, which is the distance from the extreme
compression fiber to the centroid of the tension reinforcement.

4. Calculate the effective moment of inertia (Ieff) for the cantilever slab section. This can be
determined based on the geometry and the reinforcement details of the slab.

Ieff = I + (A * (e - c)^2)

Where:

I = Moment of inertia of the uncracked section

A = Area of the steel reinforcement

e = Eccentricity of the centroid of the tension reinforcement from the centroid of the compressive
reinforcement

c = Distance from the extreme compression fiber to the centroid of the compressive reinforcement

The values for I, A, e, and c can be determined based on the geometry and reinforcement details of the
cantilever slab section.
5. Calculate the limiting span-to-effective depth ratio (L/d) based on the IS code requirements.
The code specifies different values depending on the type of construction, exposure conditions,
and other factors.

“As per the Indian Standard code IS 456:2000, the recommended limiting span-to-effective depth ratio
(L/d) for cantilever slabs depends on the type of construction and the exposure conditions. The code
provides the following values for the limiting L/d ratio:

For cantilever slabs with simply supported ends:

Normal or moderate exposure conditions: L/d ≤ 7

Severe exposure conditions: L/d ≤ 5

For cantilever slabs with fixed ends:

Normal or moderate exposure conditions: L/d ≤ 10

Severe exposure conditions: L/d ≤ 7 ”

6. Determine the basic span-to-effective depth ratio (L0/d) based on the characteristics of the
slab. This can be calculated using the equations provided in the code.

7. Calculate the modification factor (Cm) based on the ratio (L/L0). The modification factor
accounts for the influence of the ratio of actual span to basic span on the deflection.

According to IS 456:2000, the modification factor (Cm) can be calculated using the following equation:

Cm = 1 + β1 * (L/L0) + β2 * (L/L0)^2

Where:

L = Effective span of the cantilever slab

L0 = Basic span of the cantilever slab

β1 and β2 = Constants that depend on the type of construction and exposure conditions. The values of
β1 and β2 are given in Table 23 of IS 456:2000.
The value of L0 is determined based on the characteristics of the slab and can be calculated using the
equations provided in the code. The actual span (L) is the lesser of the clear span or the clear distance
between the points of contraflexure.

By multiplying the basic span-to-effective depth ratio (L0/d) with the modification factor (Cm), you
obtain the effective span-to-effective depth ratio (L/d) that is used in the deflection calculation.

It's important to note that the modification factor (Cm) is specific to deflection calculations and should
not be confused with other modification factors used in the design of reinforced concrete structures,
such as the moment redistribution factor (ξ).

8. Calculate the design maximum deflection (δ) of the cantilever slab using the equation:

δ = (wL^4 / 8CmIeff) × 10^-3

where:

w = factored design load per unit area (including self-weight and imposed loads)

L = effective span of the cantilever slab

Cm = modification factor

Ieff = effective moment of inertia of the slab section

9. Compare the calculated maximum deflection (δ) with the permissible limits specified in the IS
code. The code provides deflection limits based on the type of occupancy, functional
requirements, and other criteria.

10. If the calculated deflection exceeds the permissible limits, it may be necessary to revise the
design by adjusting the slab thickness, providing additional reinforcement, or considering other
measures to reduce deflection.

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